Factors Associated with Late Engagement to HIV Care in Western Kenya: A Cross-Sectional Study

Conclusion:
Nearly one-quarter of HIV-infected patients in our setting present with advanced immune suppression at initial encounter. Being male, older age, and living further away from clinic are associated with late engagement to care.

Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Kwobah, C. M., Braitstein, P., Koech, J. K., Simiyu, G., Mwangi, A. W., Wools-Kaloustian, K., Siika, A. M. Tags: HIV Clinical Management Source Type: research