Antiretroviral adherence interventions: Translating research findings to the real world clinic

Abstract

The success of potent combination antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV infection is compromised primarily by failure to maintain optimal levels of adherence over the long term. Recent reviews suggest behavioral interventions to promote ART adherence can have significant effects, but these tend to be small and to diminish over time; sustained improvements in biomarkers are particularly elusive. In this article, we update current reviews, focusing specifically on the 13 studies evaluating behavioral interventions to promote ART adherence published since September 2007. We describe the range of intervention strategies employed and qualitatively summarize findings of their efficacy. In conclusion, we consider implications and offer strategies for enhancing adherence in clinic-based HIV care prior to ART initiation, at initiation, and over the course of treatment.

Authors

Simoni JM, Amico KR, Smith L, Nelson K

Year

2010

Topics

  • Determinants of Health
    • Social support
    • Other
  • Population(s)
    • Women
    • People who use drugs
    • Sex workers
    • General HIV+ population
  • Engagement and Care Cascade
    • Treatment
  • Substance Use
    • Alcohol
    • Nonmedicinal drugs
  • Mental Health
    • Depression

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