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DOCN M94A0113
TI Management of HIV-related bodyweight loss.
DT 9412
AU Von Roenn JH; Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois.
SO Drugs. 1994 May;47(5):774-83. Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE MED/94349846
AB Involuntary bodyweight loss is a frequent manifestation of HIV infection
and ultimately affects the majority of patients. Because it portends a
poor prognosis and adversely affects quality of life, nutritional
intervention has an important role in the care of all HIV-infected
persons. The mechanism of HIV-related bodyweight loss is multifactorial
and includes complex interactions between decreased caloric intake,
malabsorption and metabolic and/or hormonal abnormalities. Treatment of
reversible and identifiable causes of bodyweight loss such as
opportunistic infections and adverse effects of therapy are essential
for the maintenance of bodyweight. For patients with anorexia of unclear
aetiology, there are effective appetite stimulants available. Enteral
and parenteral alimentation are under evaluation for their role in
maintenance and/or repletion of bodyweight for patients with HIV
infection.
DE Human HIV Infections/*COMPLICATIONS Parenteral Nutrition, Total
Thinness/DRUG THERAPY/*ETIOLOGY/*THERAPY *Weight Loss JOURNAL ARTICLE
REVIEW REVIEW, TUTORIAL
SOURCE: National Library of Medicine. NOTICE: This material may be
protected by Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.Code).