Low serum phosphate levels are related to increased cardiovascular risk in HIV-1 infected patients
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Purpose of the study Hypophosphatemia may contribute directly to the development of obesity, hypertension and dyslipidemia. Hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, hyperlipidemia and hypertension, which are components of metabolic syndrome, are also recognized as strong risk factors for cardiovascular disease [1]. This study was performed to determine whether serum phosphate levels are associated with increased risk for cardiovascular events.
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