HIV/AIDS & Metabolism
Muscle adiposity important determinant of hyperinsulinemia in HIV infection
Published in AIDS Weekly, July 12th, 2004
According to recent research published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, "The HIV-lipodystrophy syndrome is associated with fat redistribution and metabolic abnormalities, including insulin resistance (IR). The mechanisms and treatment strategies for IR in HIV-lipodystrophy are unclear, but data suggest that intramuscular lipids contribute to IR in this population. We previously showed that metformin and exercise improve hyperinsulinemia more than metformin alone in HIV-lipodystrophy."
"Now we investigate the effects of these treatment...
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Source: AIDS Weekly (2004-07-12)
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