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MEDICLAS Study (Metabolic Effects of Different Classes of AntiretroviralS)

Phase 4
Conditions
HIV Infections
HIV-Associated Lipodystrophy Syndrome
Registration Number
NCT00122226
Lead Sponsor
Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc
Brief Summary

This is a randomized prospective study into metabolic adverse events during different types of initial antiretroviral therapy in HIV-1-infected men.

Detailed Description

This is a randomized prospective study into metabolic adverse events during initial antiretroviral therapy in HIV-1-infected men. The following regimens are compared: lopinavir-ritonavir + Combivir and lopinavir-ritonavir + nevirapine (nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor \[NRTI\]-sparing). Prior to the start of therapy and 3, 12, 24, and 36 months thereafter the distribution of body fat and bone density (bioelectrical impedance analysis \[BIA\], computed tomography \[CT\] and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry \[DEXA\]), lipid spectrum, mitochondrial DNA (peripheral blood mononuclear cells \[PBMCs\] and adipose tissue biopsies) and vascular measurements are performed. In addition, insulin sensitivity is measured in a subgroup of sixteen individuals by using a hyperinsulinemic euglycemic clamp and performing microvascular measurements. The aim of the study is to obtain prospective insight into the occurrence of various aspects of metabolic adverse events on the one hand and to compare an NRTI-containing therapy with an NRTI-sparing therapy on the other hand. The hypothesis is that in the NRTI-sparing arm, less metabolic and vascular changes are observed than in the NRTI containing regimen.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
UNKNOWN
Sex
Male
Target Recruitment
50
Inclusion Criteria
  • Male
  • Age between 18 and 70 years.
  • No prior use of antiretroviral therapy
  • Indication for antiretroviral treatment according to common standards
Exclusion Criteria
  • Female sex
  • Body mass index (kg/m2) > 35.
  • Known history of diabetes mellitus or hyperlipidemia
  • Use of coenzyme A reductase inhibitor or fibric acid derivative in the last 6 weeks before inclusion
  • Use of the following medication: systemic corticosteroids, thiazide diuretics, calcium-entry blockers, angiotensin-converting inhibitors, nitrates
  • Use of nandrolone or testosterone
  • Any disorder or condition which can be expected to lead to lessened compliance with the study protocol.

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
insulin resistance (3, 12, 24, 36 months)
microvascular function (3, 12, 24, 36 months)
lipid profile (3, 12, 24, 36 months)
body composition (3, 12, 24, 36 months)
macrovascular function (12, 24, 36 months)
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
mitochondrial DNA in PBMC and fatty tissue (12, 24, 36 months)
gene expression, markers of mitochondrial toxicity, inflammation, apoptosis, fat cell differentiation in fatty tissue (12, 24, 36 months)
bone mineral density (12, 24, 36 months)
natural killer cells (3, 12, 24 months)

Trial Locations

Locations (13)

Academic Medical Center

🇳🇱

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis, location Oosterpark

🇳🇱

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Ziekenhuis Leyenburg

🇳🇱

den Haag, Netherlands

Royal Free Hospital

🇬🇧

London, United Kingdom

Medisch Centrum Jan van Goyen

🇳🇱

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Erasmus Universitair Medisch Centrum

🇳🇱

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum

🇳🇱

Leiden, Netherlands

Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis, location Prinsengracht

🇳🇱

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Slotervaart ziekenhuis

🇳🇱

Amsterdam, Netherlands

VUMC Free University Medical Center

🇳🇱

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Kennemer Gasthuis, location Elisabeth

🇳🇱

Haarlem, Netherlands

Helsinki University Central Hospital

🇫🇮

Helsinki, Finland

Hospital Clinic

🇪🇸

Barcelona, Spain

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