Associations of gamma-glutamyl transferase with cardio-metabolic diseases in people living with HIV infection in South Africa.

Kim Anh NguyenNasheeta PeerAndre Pascal Kengne

Published in: PloS one (2021)

In this study, GGT levels were associated with cardio-metabolic variables independent of HIV specific attributes. If confirmed in longitudinal studies, GGT evaluation maybe included in CVD risk monitoring strategies in people living with HIV.

Keyphrases

antiretroviral therapy
hiv positive
south africa
hiv infected
human immunodeficiency virus
hiv aids
hepatitis c virus
men who have sex with men
hiv testing
cross sectional