Influência da lipodistrofia no controle postural em pessoas vvendo com HIV/AIDS

Abstract

Introduction: HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Virus) infection results in impairment of the immune system, notably by the suppression of CD4+ T lymphocytes. The life expectancy of patients with HIV has increased due to ART treatments, despite this, adverse effects and complications have emerged, such as lipodystrophy, which is a condition characterized by the abnormal distribution of fat in various areas of the body and can affect postural control. in many ways. Objective: Corroborate with the scientific community in assessing the influence of lipodystrophy on postural control in people living with HIV/AIDS. Methodology: this is a cross-sectional study, 17 people with lipodystrophy associated with HIV/AIDS of both sexes, aged 18 to 65 years old and who use antiretroviral therapy, physically inactive, participated. Results: The results of this study reveal that, after detailed analysis of the tests carried out, there was a significant absence of differences between the individuals studied. This finding suggests that, in the context of this research, the presence of lipodystrophy does not seem to have a substantial impact on postural control in these people. Conclusion: In this way, this study contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the effects of lipodystrophy in these individuals, providing valuable support for future research and the development of more effective and personalized intervention approaches for this population.