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Gastrointestinal function and structure in HIV-positive patients.

L R Sutherland1, D L Church, M J Gill

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Calgary, Alta.

CMAJ : Canadian Medical Association Journal = Journal De L'Association Medicale Canadienne
|October 1, 1990
PubMed
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Gastrointestinal symptoms in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) patients are common and often linked to enteropathy. Abnormal absorption and ultrastructural changes may explain these digestive issues in HIV infection.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Virology

Background:

  • Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are prevalent in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
  • Differentiating between GI infections and mucosal absorption defects is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the causes of gastrointestinal symptoms in HIV-positive individuals.
  • To determine the prevalence of GI infections versus enteropathy-related malabsorption.

Main Methods:

  • Studied 19 HIV-positive patients with GI symptoms.
  • Assessed erythrocyte folate, serum vitamin B12, and serum ferritin levels.
  • Performed xylose absorption tests, duodenal aspirates, and endoscopic biopsies.
  • Examined light microscopy and ultrastructural changes.

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Main Results:

  • Abnormal xylose absorption in 8/13 patients; elevated ferritin in 12/19.
  • No pathogens found in duodenal aspirates; nonspecific inflammation noted.
  • Biopsies revealed opportunistic infections (Candida, CMV, H. pylori, Treponema, M. avium-intracellulare) in most patients.
  • Ultrastructural changes observed in epithelial-stromal junctions and intestinal crypts.

Conclusions:

  • Abnormal biochemical and endoscopic findings are frequent in HIV-positive patients with GI symptoms.
  • Carbohydrate absorption defects and ultrastructural changes likely contribute to HIV enteropathy.