The effect of highly active antiretroviral therapy on the urea and creatinine of HIV/AIDS patients in Enugu Southeast of Nigeria
Ifeoma Chinwe Ikegwuonu,
Nkechinyere Mercy Nwegbo,
Promise Ezinne Chukwu
et al.
Abstract:Objective: The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) affects the immune system of human and can lead to Acquire Immunodeficiency Syndrome if not managed, this in turn affect the functionality of the body system especially the kidney. Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) is frequently prescribed as frontline drug in reducing viral load on a carrier. Creatinine and urea are makers for kidney function test. This study investigated the effects of HAART on the urea and creatinine of HIV positive individuals in… Show more
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