The prevalence and factors associated with alcohol use disorder among people living with HIV/AIDS in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Mogesie NechoAsmare BeleteYibeltal Getachew

Published in: Substance abuse treatment, prevention, and policy (2020)

The average 1 year prevalence of AUD in HIV/AIDs patients was high and qualitatively factors such as being Male, cigarette smoking, and khat chewing were associated with it. Therefore, clinical services for people living with HIV/AIDS should integrate this public health problem. Policymakers should also develop guidelines and implementation strategies for addressing this problem.

Keyphrases

hiv aids
antiretroviral therapy
alcohol use disorder
public health
healthcare
human immunodeficiency virus
end stage renal disease
primary care
hiv infected
risk factors
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
newly diagnosed
prognostic factors
mental health