Oral pathologies and underweight conditions among people living with HIV/AIDS in a health facility in Yaounde, Cameroon: a study of 205 cases.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is a public health concern worldwide. The clinical manifestations include underweight and oral lesions. The objective of this study was to assess the relationship between oral pathologies and underweight among HIV-positive patients in Yaoundé, Cameroon.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study between February 1st and 30th June 2021 at Yaoundé Central Hospital in Cameroon. A total of 205 HIV positive patients aged at least 18 years were recruited via consecutive sampling. The questionnaire consisted of sociodemographic information, anthropometric data, dietary habits, HIV history and treatment and oral examination data. The data were analysed with R software. Multivariate analysis was used to assess the risk of bein

SUBMITTER: Boukeng LBK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10867986 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature