Bridging the gap: identifying barriers and strategies for widespread implementation of long-acting injectable antiretroviral therapy in Sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Long-acting injectable antiretroviral therapy (LAI ART) is a new, and innovative approach to HIV treatment, designed to address several challenges, including the adherence issues associated with daily oral ART. This review synthesizes existing literature on the barriers and strategies for implementing LAI ART in the sub-Saharan Africa region, while identifying key knowledge gaps and research priorities.

Methods

We performed a comprehensive literature search, encompassing electronic databases and grey literature sources. Our review included 18 studies published between 2014 and 2023, focusing on the acceptability, feasibility, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of LAI ART in SSA. A narrative synthesis approach was employed for reporting review findings.

Resul

SUBMITTER: Gashema P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11980112 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature