Elevated ischemic stroke risk among women living with HIV infection

Conclusion: The increased risk of ischemic stroke among WLWH compared with HIV-uninfected women persisted after adjusting for both traditional and sex-specific stroke risk factors. Further investigation into the mechanisms of elevated stroke risk among WLWH, including immunologic factors, will be key for developing targeted preventive strategies for this at-risk population.
Source: AIDS - Category: Infectious Diseases Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research