Neuropsychological tests associated with symptomatic HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND) in a cohort of older adults in Tanzania.

Lachlan FotheringhamRachael A LawsonSarah UrasaJudith BosheElizabeta B Mukaetova-LadinskaJane RogathiWilliam HowlettMarieke C J DekkerWilliam K GrayJonathan J EvansRichard W WalkerPhilip C MakupaStella-Maria Paddick

Published in: Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society : JINS (2024)

A broad range of cognitive domains are affected in older, well-controlled, East African PLWH, including those not captured in widely used screening measures. It is possible that educational background affects the observed cognitive impairments in this setting. Future screening measures for similar populations should consider assessment of visual memory, verbal learning, language comprehension, and executive and motor function.

Keyphrases

working memory
physical activity
antiretroviral therapy
hiv positive
hiv infected
human immunodeficiency virus
hepatitis c virus
autism spectrum disorder
hiv testing
hiv aids
current status
middle aged
community dwelling
men who have sex with men