HIV: endocrine and metabolic disorders

Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of cardiovascular problems seen in patients who live with HIV. There is discussion of specific cardiovascular disorders, such as pericardial effusions, myocarditis, endocarditis, and cardiomyopathy. Key causes, presentation, and modalities of investigation are outlined. There is some discussion of cardiovascular disease, and association with HIV and drugs. Direct toxicity on the heart of some drugs used in the treatment of HIV or opportunistic infections is reviewed.