Elevated alanine aminotransferase levels in HIV-infected persons without hepatitis B or C virus coinfection

摘要

BACKGROUNDMortality related to human immunodeficiency (HIV) has improved with the use of antiretroviral therapy; however, liver disease–related mortality remains a major concern for the HIV population. Elevation of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) has been noted in HIV-infected persons even without viral hepatitis infection.