Abstract
Bone toxicity is a well-known side effect of several antiviral agents. In a cohort of virologically suppressed HIV-infected patients, we investigated the effects of a lamivudine/dolutegravir dual therapy on bone mineral density (BMD). We observed a significant improvement in lumbar spine BMD as well as T-score after 12 months of observation with concomitant bisphosphonate therapy independently predicting a greater improvement. These preliminary data show a favorable effect of this 2-drug regimen on bone health.
Lingua originale | English |
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pagine (da-a) | 336-340 |
Numero di pagine | 5 |
Rivista | LE INFEZIONI IN MEDICINA |
Volume | 26 |
Stato di pubblicazione | Pubblicato - 2018 |
Keywords
- Anti-HIV Agents
- Bone Density
- Drug Combinations
- Drug Substitution
- Female
- HIV Infections
- HIV Integrase Inhibitors
- Heterocyclic Compounds, 3-Ring
- Humans
- Lamivudine
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Retrospective Studies