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ReviewAIDS research and treatment2026

Incidence and Predictors of Opportunistic Infection Among People Living With HIV in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Beyene Zewdu Nigatu, Amhasilasie Ewunetu Ageze

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Beyene Zewdu NigatuClinical Governance and Quality Improvement Unit, Kobo Primary Hospital, Kobo, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-5342-2450
Amhasilasie Ewunetu AgezeDepartment of Surgery, Kobo Primary Hospital, Kobo, Ethiopia.

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Abstract

Background: Opportunistic infections (OIs) play a crucial role in the morbidity and mortality of HIV-infected individuals. Despite the increasing use of antiretroviral therapy, there remains a lack of comprehensive data on the incidence of OIs to provide a clearer national picture. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aim to determine the pooled incidence and identify the predictors of OIs among people living with HIV in Ethiopia. Method: A systematic search was conducted across multiple electronic databases to identify relevant studies. The degree of heterogeneity across studies was assessed using the Result: In total, 24 studies met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed. The pooled incidence rate of OIs among people living with HIV in Ethiopia was found to be 6.96 per 100 person-years (95% CI: 5.14-8.78) based on a random-effects model. The meta-analysis identified predictors of OIs among people living with HIV, including poor adherence (pooled AHR 1.42, 95% CI: 1.12, 1.80), CD4 count < 200 cells/mm Conclusion: The burden of OIs continues to be a major health concern among people living with HIV/AIDS. Low CD4 count, poor adherence to ART, being bedridden, and advanced clinical stage were significantly associated with the occurrence of OIs.

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Ethiopiaincidencemeta-analysisopportunistic infectionspredictorssystematic review

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