Viral load undetectable state and predictors among children and adolescents living with HIV in South Gondar, Ethiopia, 2023: an 8-year retrospective cohort study
The lower proportion of individuals achieving an undetectable viral load compared with the target set by the WHO strategic plan (95-95-95 target by 2025), highlights the need for targeted interventions and improved HIV management strategies. Factors such as CD4 count, ART adherence, nutritional status and treatment failure play a significant role in achieving viral load undetectable state. Healthcare providers better prioritise these factors through comprehensive care and support. The study emphasises the importance of aligning efforts with the WHO strategic plan to meet targets and improve treatment outcomes. Therefore, stakeholders better address the identified predictors to enhance care and support for this vulnerable population.
Authors
- Habtamu Shimels Hailemeskel (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5972-4818)
- Anteneh Mengist Dessie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5919-9670)
- Amrachu Bekele Asfaw (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4575-3191)
- Natnael Moges (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1274-5857)
- Melkamu Senbeta Jimma (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2214-3366)
- Denekew Tenaw Anley (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5612-6943)
- Endalk Birrie Wondifraw (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2108-6961)
- Abraham Tsedalu Amare (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-9627)
- Sintayehu Asnakew (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1241-4468)
- Tadila Dires Nega
- Sewnet Sisay Chanie
- Tigabu Desie Emiru (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9535-0190)
- Ermias Sisay Chanie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3124-5380)
- Berihun Bantie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8438-785X)
- Fisha Alebel GebreEyesus (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7358-0577)
- Dejen Getaneh Feleke (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0855-3630)
- Abere Gebru Abuhay (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8452-3436)
- Astewle Andargie Baye (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-4387-0305)
- Wondwosen Kassahun
- Mitiku Arayaw Diress
- Dawit Alemu Ferede
Institutions
- Debre Berhan University (ET)
- Wolkite University (ET)
- Wollo University (ET)
- Debre Tabor University (ET)
- Asossa University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Open
- Published
- 2024-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2023-083206
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.78
Funders
- Debre Tabor University