The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between insulin resistance and
changes in body fat distribution in HIV-infected persons. This study measures insulin
sensitivity, abdominal fat, and intramuscular fat in HIV-infected persons and examines the
effect of an anti-diabetic drug (metformin or pioglitazone) on insulin sensitivity and body
fat in this population.
Phase:
Phase 4
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Tufts Medical Center
Collaborator:
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)