文摘
Women living with HIV are at increased risk of osteoporosis, particularly if they are postmenopausal. HIV-related factors risk factors for osteoporosis include uncontrolled HIV infection and use of antiretroviral therapy. Postmenopausal women living with HIV should be screened using FRAX, with HIV entered as a “secondary cause of osteoporosis”. There are conflicting data on the role of specific antiretroviral agents and loss of bone mineral density. Any changes to antiretroviral therapy should be made under the guidance of an HIV physician.