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Newest firstBackgroundThe universal test-and-treat (T&T) policy has improved HIV outcomes but may influence hypertension (HTN) risk due to prolonged antiretroviral therapy (ART) exposure. We compared HTN prevalence and risk factors among PLHIV before and after T&T implementation in Zambia. MethodsA retrospective cohort study analyzed 6,409 PLHIV (2,920 pre-T&T and 3,489 post-T&T) from 12 Southern Province districts. Data on d…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundAdvanced HIV disease (AHD), defined as a CD4 count below 200 cells/mm3 or the presence of WHO Stage 3 or 4 clinical conditions, poses significant diagnostic challenges in resource-limited settings such as Zambia. Early identification of AHD is essential for improving outcomes for recipients of care (ROCs). The VISITECT(R) CD4 test, a point-of-care tool, offers potential for addressing these challenges; h…
BackgroundIndividuals with advanced HIV disease (AHD) have a heightened risk of mortality despite access to antiretroviral therapy (ART). Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) has a disproportionate burden of AHD-associated deaths. However, there is limited country-specific data on AHDs burden and associated risk factors to help design targeted interventions. Therefore, this study determined the prevalence and factors associat…
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