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Prevalence and characteristics of HIV drug resistance among antiretroviral treatment (ART) experienced adolescents and young adults living with HIV in Ndola, Zambia.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2020
Miti Sam, Handema Ray, Mulenga Lloyd, Mwansa Jonathan K, Abrams Elizabeth, Frimpong Christiana, Burke Virginia M, Zulu Mangani, Siwingwa Mpanji, Mwakazanga David, Kalibala Sam, Denison Julie A
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BACKGROUND: HIV drug resistance (HIVDR) poses a threat to the HIV epidemic control in Zambia especially in sub-populations such as the 15-24 years where there is poor virological suppression. Understanding the prevalence and patterns of HIVDR in this population (15-24 years) will contribute to defining effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) regimens, improving clinical decision making, and supporting behavioral...
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