Abstract
In this study we characterized factors associated with the late initiation of HIV care in the southeastern United States. At initiation of care, antiretroviral therapy was indicated for 75% of patients, 50% had a CD4 cell count of less than 200 cells/mul, and 27% presented with an AIDS-defining illness. Male sex was an independent predictor in multivariable analysis. These results indicate an urgent need to increase HIV testing for earlier diagnosis in the southeastern USA.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Anti-Retroviral Agents / therapeutic use
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CD4 Lymphocyte Count
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Female
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HIV Infections / diagnosis
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HIV Infections / drug therapy
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HIV Infections / immunology*
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HIV-1* / genetics
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Humans
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Immunosuppression Therapy
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Logistic Models
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Male
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North Carolina
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Patient Selection
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RNA, Viral / blood
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Risk Factors
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Sex Factors
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Time Factors
Substances
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Anti-Retroviral Agents
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RNA, Viral