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HIV Patients Need Heart Check-ups Too
28 Aug
Summary
- Over 1,200 HIV patients treated for heart issues since 2013.
- Cardiovascular complications can be overlooked in HIV care.
- Symposium to discuss integrated HIV and heart disease management.
More than 1,200 people living with HIV have been treated for cardiac conditions at Sri Jayadeva Institute since 2013, underscoring the critical need for integrated cardiovascular care within long-term HIV management.
Cardiology experts note that focusing solely on infection control can lead to overlooking significant, treatable heart conditions in HIV patients. As antiretroviral therapies allow individuals with HIV to live longer, attention is increasingly shifting towards chronic health issues like cardiovascular disease.
A multidisciplinary symposium, HIV and HEART Symposium 2026, is scheduled for Saturday. This event will gather specialists to discuss the complex interplay between HIV and heart health, aiming to foster integrated care strategies. The goal is to ensure that HIV care prioritizes not just survival but also the overall long-term health and quality of life for individuals living with HIV.
This integrated approach recognizes that cardiovascular problems can be detected earlier with conscious effort. The symposium will serve as a platform for sharing clinical experiences and research to enhance long-term care, emphasizing the protection of heart health alongside HIV management.
