Barriers and Facilitators of Hypertension Care Among PLHIV at Yaounde Central Hospital, Cameroon. Qualitative Research 2024.

ABSTRACT: BackgroundIn Cameroon, people living with HIV (PLHIV) receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) have a high prevalence of hypertension (HTN) and an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality. Managing HTN in this population is a major challenge. This qualitative study, conducted at the Yaoundé Central Hospital, Cameroon, in 2024, explored the barriers and facilitators to hypertension management in PLHIV.MethodsThe study involved 15 participants, including 9 PLHIV diagnosed with hypertension, 03 healthcare providers, and 03 psychosocial agents. A quota sampling approach was used to recruit participants. Data was collected through 12 in-depth interviews and a focus group with 3 psychosocial agents. Data collection took place over a period of 5 months, from January to May 2024. A semistructured

SUBMITTER: Nang Nang FD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12515297 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature