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Evaluation of HIV treatment outcomes with reduced frequency of clinical encounters and antiretroviral treatment refills: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Author: BaralStefan, BeresLaura, Eshun-WilsonIngrid, FordNathan, GengElvin H, GermannAshley, Le TourneauNoelle, ModyAaloke, SchwartzSheree, ThompsonRyan R

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.
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Overview

This study evaluated the effects of reduced visit frequency and ART refill intervals on HIV treatment outcomes. The systematic review and meta-analysis found that implementation strategies that reduced appointment and refill frequency did not negatively affect HIV treatment outcomes.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Global HIV treatment programs have sought to lengthen the interval between clinical encounters for people living with HIV (PLWH) who are established on antiretroviral treatment (ART) to reduce the burden of seeking care and to decongest health facilities. The overall effect of reduced visit frequenc...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8982898/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Reducing the Burden of HIV Care: A Journey Towards Sustainability

This research is like a desert oasis that provides sustenance and support to those living with HIV. The authors conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the impact of reducing the frequency of clinical encounters and antiretroviral treatment (ART) refills for people living with HIV (PLWH). The study found that these strategies were effective in reducing the burden of healthcare access without compromising treatment outcomes.

Balancing Care and Sustainability in the HIV Desert

This study highlights a crucial balance in the care of PLWH - ensuring optimal treatment while simultaneously reducing the burden of care. The researchers demonstrated that reducing the frequency of clinical encounters and ART refills can be achieved without compromising treatment outcomes. This is a significant step towards creating a sustainable and accessible healthcare system for PLWH.

A More Accessible and Sustainable Future for HIV Care

This study offers hope for a more accessible and sustainable future for HIV care. By streamlining clinical encounters and ART refills, healthcare systems can focus on providing high-quality care to a larger number of PLWH, ultimately improving the health and well-being of those living with HIV. This research underscores the importance of continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare delivery to meet the evolving needs of patients.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research is like a well-organized caravan, efficiently navigating the desert of HIV care. By streamlining clinical encounters and ART refills, healthcare systems can provide more efficient and sustainable care to PLWH, ensuring that everyone has access to the support they need.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-04-07
  2. Date Revised 2022-05-18
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

35316272

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC8982898

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PICO Info
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Languages

English

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