Abstract
Background: Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) has transformed life threatening HIV/AIDS scenario into chronic manageable disease. Methodology: In this cross-sectional, 409 People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (PLHIV) aged ≥ 18 years, who were on ART, were assessed regarding the adherence to ART and factors affecting adherence using semi-structured questionnaire. The association between factors affecting adherence and the level of adherence were analyzed using multiple logistic regression model and odds ratio (OR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) were reported. Results: Among 409 PLHIV, 70.4% showed adherence to ART (≥95%). Univariate analysis yielded many factor associated with adherence (P < 0.05). However, on multivariate analysis, PLHIV who do not forget to take ART and not consuming alcohol were the factors consistent with adherence to ART (P < 0.05). Conclusion: Regular patient education and counseling regarding the usage of memory AIDS and abstinence from alcohol could be useful for adherence and long term success of ART among PLHIV.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 529-533 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 01-11-2016 |
UN SDGs
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Immunology
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
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