Factors associated with inspiratory muscle weakness in patients with HIV-1

Background:the impact of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) on lung function is well known and associated with a reduction in pulmonary ventilation. Moreover, the use of highly active antiretroviral therapy has been associated with mitochondrial dysfunction and decreased muscle strength. However, there is scarce information about the factors associated with inspiratory muscle weakness in these patients.Objective:the purpose of the present study was to investigate the factors associated with inspiratory muscle weakness in patients with HIV-1.Methods:two-hundred fifty seven patients w...