Prevalence, clinical presentation and factors associated with chronic lung disease among children and adolescents living with HIV in Kenya.
Elizabeth Maleche-ObimboEngi F AttiaFredrick WereWalter JaokoStephen M GrahamPublished in: PloS one (2023)
CLD is highly prevalent across the age spectrum of CAHIV, and most are symptomatic with cough or exertional breathlessness. CLD is associated with prior tuberculosis or pneumonia, socio-environmental factors, and lower quality of life. Structured interventions are needed to provide optimal care specific to their needs.