Predictors of quality of life of TB/HIV co-infected patients in the Northern region of Ghana.
BMC Infect Dis
; 24(1): 396, 2024 Apr 12.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Tuberculosis (TB) and human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) co-morbidity continues to be a serious worldwide health issue, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Studies on the quality of life (QOL) of TB/HIV co-infected patients guide stakeholders on the delivery of patient-centred healthcare. This study evaluated QOL of TB/HIV co-infected individuals and its contributing factors.METHODS:
We conducted a cross-sectional study among TB/HIV co-infected patients, receiving treatment at clinics in the Northern Region of Ghana. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 213 patients from 32 clinics. We gathered information on patients' QOL using the World Health Organization QOL-HIV BREF assessment tool. At a 5% level of significance, multiple logistic regression analyses were carried out to find correlates of QOL among the patients.RESULTS:
The mean age of the patients was (38.99 ± 14.00) years with most, 33.3% (71/213) aged 30-39 years. Males constituted 54.9% (117/213). About 30.0% (64/213) of the patients reported a good QOL. Being employed (aOR = 5.23, 95% CI 1.87 - 14.60), and adhering to treatment (aOR = 6.36, 95% CI 1.51 - 26.65) were significantly associated with a good QOL. Being depressed (aOR = 0.02, 95% CI 0.03 - 0.29), stigmatized (aOR = 0.31, 95% CI 0.11 - 0.84), and not exercising (aOR = 0.28, 95% CI 0.12 - 0.67) were negatively associated with a good QOL.CONCLUSION:
Less than one-third of TB/HIV co-infected patients in the region have good QOL. To guarantee good QOL, modifiable predictors such as patients' physical activity and medication adherence should be targeted by the National AIDS and TB Control Programs.Palabras clave
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Asunto principal:
Tuberculosis
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Infecciones por VIH
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Síndrome de Inmunodeficiencia Adquirida
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Coinfección
País/Región como asunto:
Africa
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BMC Infect Dis
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DOENCAS TRANSMISSIVEIS
Año:
2024
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Article