Using Data-To-Care Strategies to Optimize the HIV Care Continuum in Connecticut: Results From a Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Re-engaging people with HIV who are newly out-of-care remains challenging. Data-to-care (D2C) is a potential strategy to re-engage such individuals.

Methods

A prospective randomized controlled trial compared a D2C strategy using a disease intervention specialist (DIS) vs standard of care where 23 HIV clinics in 3 counties in Connecticut could re-engage clients using existing methods. Using a data reconciliation process to confirm being newly out-of-care, 655 participants were randomized to DIS (N = 333) or standard of care (N = 322). HIV care continuum outcomes included re-engagement at 90 days, retention in care, and viral suppression by 12 months. Multivariable regression models were used to assess factors predictive of attaining HIV care continuum outcomes.

SUBMITTER: Machavariani E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11009056 | biostudies-literature | 2024 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature