ĐẶC ĐIỂM TUÂN THỦ ĐIỀU TRỊ THUỐC KHÁNG VI RÚT Ở NGƯỜI BỆNH HIV/AIDS TỪ 40 TUỔI TRỞ LÊN ĐANG ĐIỀU TRỊ NGOẠI TRÚ TẠI XÃ GIỒNG RIỀNG, TỈNH AN GIANG

Abstract

Background: Adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) plays a crucial role in viral load suppression, prevention of drug resistance, and improvement of quality of life among people living with HIV/AIDS. Objective: To describe the characteristics of ART adherence among HIV/AIDS patients aged 40 years and older receiving outpatient care in Giong Rieng Commune, An Giang Province, Vietnam. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among 100 HIV/AIDS patients aged 40 years and older receiving outpatient ART in Giong Rieng Commune, An Giang Province. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering sociodemographic characteristics, HIV/ART-related knowledge, treatment characteristics, and medication adherence assessed by the General Medication Adherence Scale (GMAS). Results: Most patients were male and had relatively low educational and income levels. The majority had been on ART for more than three years and were receiving first-line regimens. Although a considerable proportion of patients achieved viral load suppression, overall ART adherence had not reached an optimal level, with several patients experiencing difficulties during long-term treatment. Conclusion: ART adherence among HIV/AIDS patients aged 40 years and older in Giong Rieng Commune, An Giang Province remains suboptimal. Strengthened and age-appropriate support strategies are needed to improve long-term ART adherence in this population.