Incidence and predictors of opportunistic infections among HIV-infected children on antiretroviral therapy at public health facilities of Southwest Ethiopia People Regional State, 2023: a multicenter retrospective follow-up study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Opportunistic infections (OIs) pose a significant threat to children infected with HIV. Despite advancements in antiretroviral therapy (ART), these infections continue to be a public health concern. However, there is limited evidence regarding the incidence and predictors of OIs among HIV-infected children in Ethiopia, particularly in the study area. Therefore, the objective of this study was to assess the incidence and predictors of OIs among HIV-infected children on ART at public health facilities of Southwest Ethiopia People Regional State.

Methods

The study employed an institution-based retrospective cohort design, conducted from July 1, 2018 to July 31, 2023, among HIV-infected children aged less than 15 years. Data were extracted using the national ART intak

SUBMITTER: Admasu N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11468083 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature