Prevalencia de pacientes en terapia Pre-Exposición (PrEP) como medida de prevención en la transmisión de VIH en el Hospital General Guasmo Sur desde febrero de 2023 hasta julio de 2024.

Abstract

Introduction: The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is considered a problem worldwide, due to the impact it has on people by deteriorating the immune system and making them susceptible to various diseases. As it is a communicable disease, strategies such as Prep therapy have been implemented worldwide to prevent the spread of this disease. The objective of the study is to determine the prevalence of patients in Prep therapy within the IAU of the “Hospital General Guasmo Sur” in the period from February 2023 to July 2024. Methodology: An observational, retrospective, descriptive study of 350 patients from the of which 215 met the condition of remaining in pre-exposure therapy through the analysis of medical records in the “Hospital General Guasmo Sur” system. Results: Of 350 patients we found 61.4% correspond to the 215 patients who remained in treatment during the period of time investigated. Conclusion: The prevalence of patients in Prep therapy within the General Guasmo Sur hospital is 61.4%, it is a fact that stands out because the prevention measure is being used among patients, since it is an effective therapy and with few adverse effects. The medical team of the comprehensive care unit (UAI) that promotes this prevention measure must emphasize that patients do not abandon therapy and thus reduce HIV infection.