A mixed methods approach identifying facilitators and barriers to guide adaptations to InterCARE strategies: an integrated HIV and hypertension care model in Botswana.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Botswana serves as a model of success for HIV with 95% of people living with HIV (PLWH) virally suppressed. Yet, only 19% of PLWH and hypertension have controlled blood pressure. To address this gap, InterCARE, a care model that integrates HIV and hypertension care through a) provider training; b) adapted electronic health record; and c) treatment partners (peer support), was designed. This study presents results from our baseline assessment of the determinants and factors used to guide adaptations to InterCARE implementation strategies prior to a hybrid type 2 effectiveness-implementation study.

Methods

This study employed a convergent mixed methods design across two clinics (one rural, one urban) to collect quantitative and qualitative data through facility asse

SUBMITTER: Gala P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11188218 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature