Suction-assisted lipectomy for lipodystrophy

AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses. 2004 Aug;20(8):813-5. doi: 10.1089/0889222041725208.

Abstract

Lipodystrophy resulting from HIV disease or the antiretroviral therapy used to treat it is a common complication. We report on the treatment of cervical lipohypertrophy ("buffalo hump") with suction-assisted lipectomy in six patients.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • HIV Protease Inhibitors / administration & dosage
  • HIV Protease Inhibitors / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Lipectomy*
  • Lipodystrophy / chemically induced
  • Lipodystrophy / surgery*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Syndrome
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • HIV Protease Inhibitors