Factors associated with 36-month loss to follow-up and mortality outcomes among HIV-infected adults on antiretroviral therapy in Central Kenya

Factors associated with 36-month loss to follow-up and mortality outcomes among HIV-infected adults on antiretroviral therapy in Central Kenya

Abstract Background The scale-up of HIV treatment programs has resulted in a reduction in HIV-related morbidity and mortality. However, retention of patients in these programs remains a challenge in sub-Saharan Africa. Understanding factors associated with loss to follow-up (LTFU) and mortality outc...

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Main Authors: Paul Wekesa, Angela McLigeyo, Kevin Owuor, Jonathan Mwangi, Evelyne Nganga, Kenneth Masamaro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-03-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Antiretroviral therapy
HIV
Kenya
Loss to follow-up
Mortality
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-020-8426-1

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