A systematic review of qualitative research on recently acquired HIV.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Recently acquired HIV is a critical time when people may experience debilitating symptoms and is when they are most likely to pass HIV on. Qualitative research offers insights into lived experiences and a deeper understanding of the contextual factors underlying HIV acquisition. We aimed to synthesize qualitative literature on recently acquired HIV.

Design

Systematic review and textual narrative synthesis.

Methods

We searched MEDLINE, CINAHL Plus, PsycINFO and Sociology Database. Articles were screened, and two authors completed full text review and data extraction. Quality appraisal was conducted (Critical Appraisal Skills Programme Qualitative Studies Checklist) and certainty of findings graded (GRADE-CERQual).

Results

We reviewed 1890 articles (15

SUBMITTER: Nicholls EJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10621639 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature