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Noninvasive Screening Of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Among People Living With Hiv, Essi M. Havor
Noninvasive Screening Of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Among People Living With Hiv, Essi M. Havor
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Background: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) disproportionately affects up to 75% of people living with HIV (PLWH). Given the high HIV prevalence in Houston and Harris County, knowledge of the prevalence of NAFLD in PLWH is needed to inform prevention efforts. In addition, such knowledge is required to raise awareness among at-risk individuals and healthcare professionals.
Specific Aims: This cross-sectional study aimed (1) to examine the demographic, behavioral, clinical, and psychosocial characteristics of PLWH in Houston/Harris County, Texas, and to estimate the prevalence of NAFLD, (2) to determine factors associated with the severity of NAFLD, and (3) to identify specific …