Factors Associated with HIV Viral Suppression Among Transgender Women in Lima, Peru.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Globally, transgender women (TGW) experience a high burden of adverse health outcomes, including a high prevalence of HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) as well as psychiatric disorders and substance use disorders. To address gaps in HIV research in Peru focused specifically on TGW, this study presents characteristics of a sample of HIV-positive TGW and identifies factors associated with viral suppression.

Methods

Between June 2015 and August 2016, 50 HIV-positive TGW were recruited in Lima, Peru. Multivariable logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with viral suppression (<200 copies/mL) among the TGW.

Results

Among TGW, 85% achieved viral suppression. Approximately half (54%) reported anal sex with more than five partners in

SUBMITTER: Rich KM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6306649 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov/Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature