What do patients consulting in a free sexual health center know about HIV transmission and post-exposure prophylaxis?

ABSTRACT:

Background

Screening, condom use and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) are among existing HIV prevention strategies. However, efficient use of these strategies requires that patients have an adequate knowledge of HIV transmission routes and awareness of risk behaviors. This study aimed to assess knowledge about HIV transmission among patients who attended a free HIV and sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening center in Paris, France, and to explore the patient profiles associated with HIV-related knowledge.

Methods

This observational cross-sectional study included 2002 patients who attended for STI testing from August 2017 through August 2018 and completed a self-administered electronic questionnaire. Based on incorrect answers regarding HIV transmission, two outcomes w

SUBMITTER: Duteil C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7953800 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature