A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analyses to Assess the Effectiveness of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Self-testing Distribution Strategies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis to identify which human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) self-testing (HIVST) distribution strategies are most effective.

Methods

We abstracted data from randomized controlled trials and observational studies published between 4 June 2006 and 4 June 2019.

Results

We included 33 studies, yielding 6 HIVST distribution strategies. All distribution strategies increased testing uptake compared to standard testing: in sub-Saharan Africa, partner HIVST distribution ranked highest (78% probability); in North America, Asia, and the Pacific regions, web-based distribution ranked highest (93% probability), and facility based distribution ranked second in all settings. Across HIVST distribution strategies HIV posit

SUBMITTER: Eshun-Wilson I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8366833 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature