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This cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence of malnutrition and its contributing factors among HIV-infected children receiving care in three public hospitals in East and West Gojjam Zones, Amhara, Northwest Ethiopia. Researchers interviewed 372 participants. The findings revealed that a significant proportion, 60.2%, of the children were malnourished. Key factors associated with malnutrition included the child's sex and age, an undiversified diet, the presence of co-morbid diseases, oral ulcers, diarrhoea, and a history of hospital admission. Children with good individual dietary diversity were found to be 53% less likely to be malnourished compared to those with fair or poor dietary diversity. The study highlights the very high magnitude of malnutrition in this vulnerable group.
Understanding the high rates and specific causes of malnutrition in HIV-infected children is crucial for public health. This research identifies key risk factors, enabling healthcare providers and policymakers to develop targeted interventions and improve the health outcomes and quality of life for these vulnerable children.
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OBJECTIVE: The main aim of this study was to assess the magnitude of malnutrition and associated factors among HIV infected children in Amhara Regional State, and Northwest Ethiopia. This study is a result of single observation. RESULTS: A total of 372 study participant were interviewed, of which 60.2%, 95% CI (55.90-65.60) were malnourished. Children who had good individual dietary diversity were 53% times less likely malnourished as compared to children who had fair/poor dietary diversity (AOR = 0.474, 95% CI (0.26, 0.86)). Sex of child, Age of the child, undiversified diet, comorbidity disease, oral ulcer, diarrhea and history of hospital admission were found statically significant associated with malnutrition. Magnitudes of malnutrition among HIV infected children were very high. The early detection and control progression of HIV, closely follow up to intervene this situation is highly recommended.
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DOI: 10.1186/s13104-018-3882-8
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