Effect of alcohol consumption on all ‐cause and liver‐related mortality among HIV‐infected individuals

ConclusionsAny heavy alcohol consumption was associated with all‐cause mortality among HIV‐infected individuals, while only recent heavy consumption was associated with liver‐related mortality. Because mortality risk among nondrinkers varies substantially by drinking history, current consumption alone is insufficient to assess risk.

Source: HIV Medicine - September 28, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: CE Canan, B Lau, ME McCaul, J Keruly, RD Moore, G Chander Tags: Original Research Source Type: research