HIV-related fat redistribution syndrome
HIV-related fat redistribution syndrome
The atrophy of subcutaneous fat from the arms, legs, and face of some patients treated with highly active antiretroviral therapy for HIV/AIDS, accompanied by increased fat accumulation in the abdomen, the trunk, and near the intraperitoneal organs.
Synonym: antiretroviral treatment-related lipodystrophy syndromeMedical Dictionary, © 2009 Farlex and Partners