Lessons learned from family-centred models of treatment for children living with HIV: current approaches and future directions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite strong global interest in family-centred HIV care models, no reviews exist that detail the current approaches to family-centred care and their impact on the health of children with HIV. A systematic review of family-centred HIV care programmes was conducted in order to describe both programme components and paediatric cohort characteristics.

Methods

We searched online databases, including PubMed and the International AIDS Society abstract database, using systematic criteria. Data were extracted regarding programme setting, staffing, services available and enrolment methods, as well as cohort demographics and paediatric outcomes.

Results

The search yielded 25 publications and abstracts describing 22 separate cohorts. These contained between 43 and 65

SUBMITTER: Leeper SC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2890972 | biostudies-literature | 2010 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature