Hypertension and obesity as cardiovascular risk factors among HIV seropositive patients in Western K...
Hypertension and obesity as cardiovascular risk factors among HIV seropositive patients in Western Kenya
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United States: Public Library of Science
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English
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United States: Public Library of Science
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There is increased risk of cardiovascular disease among HIV seropositive individuals. The prevalence of HIV is highest in sub-Saharan Africa; however, HIV-related cardiovascular risk research is largely derived from developed country settings. Herein, we describe the prevalence of hypertension and obesity in a large HIV treatment program in Kenya.<...
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Hypertension and obesity as cardiovascular risk factors among HIV seropositive patients in Western Kenya
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TN_cdi_plos_journals_1305276464
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_plos_journals_1305276464
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1932-6203
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1932-6203
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10.1371/journal.pone.0022288
