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Epidemiological characterization of individuals with newly reported HIV infection: South Carolina, 2004-2005

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  • Ogbuanu, I.U.
  • Torres, M.E.
  • Kettinger, L.
  • Albrecht, H.
  • Duffus, W.A.

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OBJECTIVES: We used statewide data to assess HIV disease stage at initial diagnosis and laboratory indications for initiating antiretroviral therapy among South Carolina residents with newly diagnosed HIV infection. METHODS: Initial CD4+ counts and viral loads among individuals diagnosed with HIV between May 2004 and April 2005 were categorized according to current staging and treatment guidelines. RESULTS: Of 759 individuals who had a CD4+ count reported, 34% and 56% had counts of 200 cells/mm(3) or below and 350 cells/mm(3) or below, respectively. CD4+ counts of 200 cells/mm(3) or below were significantly associated with male gender (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] = 2.07; 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.36, 3.16), age above 29 years (AOR = 2.45; 95% CI = 1.51, 3.96), and hospital-reported patients (AOR = 2.17; 95% CI = 1.41, 3.36). The same characteristics were significant risk factors for elevated viral loads. CONCLUSIONS: At least in South Carolina, HIV diagnoses are delayed in a significant percentage of patients. New testing strategies need to be implemented to encourage earlier HIV diagnoses, and future studies should evaluate the effects of expanded routine testing on earlier detection.

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  • Ogbuanu, I.U. & Torres, M.E. & Kettinger, L. & Albrecht, H. & Duffus, W.A., 2009. "Epidemiological characterization of individuals with newly reported HIV infection: South Carolina, 2004-2005," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 99(S1), pages 111-117.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:10.2105/ajph.2006.104323_0
    DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2006.104323
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