Predictors of loss to follow-up among patients on ART at a rural hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Rachel ArnesenAnthony P MollSheela V Shenoi

Published in: PloS one (2017)

Young men with low CD4 counts early after ART initiation are at highest risk of ART disengagement in this rural South African HIV clinic. Novel interventions targeting this group are needed to improve retention in care.

Keyphrases

south africa
hiv positive
antiretroviral therapy
hiv infected
healthcare
human immunodeficiency virus
hiv aids
middle aged
primary care
palliative care
physical activity
peripheral blood
hepatitis c virus
emergency department
adverse drug
pain management
chronic pain
electronic health record