Prevalence and Correlates of HIV Infection Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Congo, 2017

Gilbert Ndziessi; Axel Julius Aloumba; Raphael Bioko; Benjamin Atipo; Joseph Axel Ngatsie; Michel Bitemo; Gontran Ondzotto

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Prevalence and Correlates of HIV Infection Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Congo, 2017

Gilbert Ndziessi, Axel Julius Aloumba, Raphael Bioko, Benjamin Atipo, Joseph Axel Ngatsie, Michel Bitemo, Gontran Ondzotto

Published in International Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Education and Behavioural Science (Volume 6, Issue 2)

Received: 16 November 2020 Accepted: 30 November 2020 Published: 8 December 2020

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Background: The risk of contracting HIV is very high in Men who have sex with men (MSM) compared to the general population. This study aimed to estimates HIV prevalence among MSM in 2018 in Congo and identified associated factors. Methods: Cross-sectional study using the respondent-driven sampling method was conducted. Blood samples were collected and tested for HIV. Chi-square or Fischer test was used for proportion comparisons and logistic regression was carried out to assess predictors of HIV infection in MSM using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. Results: HIV prevalence among 182 MSM was 41,2%. Average age was 25±5 years. Current age between 25-29 years (ORa=18.9 [1.9 – 25.0]; p=0.01), current age between 30-34 years (ORa=47 [40.0 – 59.0]; p=0.003), not use condoms for passive penetration (ORa=5.2 [1.1 – 24.1]; p=0.03), and non-use of the condom due to faithfulness to one's partner (ORa=6.9 [1.9 - 25.1]; p=0.003) were found associated with HIV infection among MSM. Conversely, being more than 20 years old at first anal sex was found to be associated with reduced risk of acquiring HIV (ORa=0.2; IC=1.1 – 11,4; p=0.03). Conclusion: Among MSM in Congo, HIV prevalence is high as a result of high-risk sexual behavior. Programs aimed at reducing risk should be enhanced in MSM including, as a priority, preventive advice, condom supplies, HIV and STI testing and communication.

Published in	International Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Education and Behavioural Science (Volume 6, Issue 2)
DOI	10.11648/j.ijhpebs.20200602.16
Page(s)	67-72
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HIV, Prevalence, Men Who Have Sex with Men, Risk Factors, Congo

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Gilbert Ndziessi; Axel Julius Aloumba; Raphael Bioko; Benjamin Atipo; Joseph Axel Ngatsie, et al. Prevalence and Correlates of HIV Infection Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Congo, 2017. Int. J. HIV/AIDS Prev. Educ. Behav. Sci. 2020, 6(2), 67-72. doi: 10.11648/j.ijhpebs.20200602.16

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Gilbert Ndziessi, Axel Julius Aloumba, Raphael Bioko, Benjamin Atipo, Joseph Axel Ngatsie, et al. Prevalence and Correlates of HIV Infection Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Congo, 2017. Int J HIV/AIDS Prev Educ Behav Sci. 2020;6(2):67-72. doi: 10.11648/j.ijhpebs.20200602.16

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Gilbert Ndziessi

Faculty of Health Sciences, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville, Congo
Axel Julius Aloumba

Infectious Diseases Unit, University Hospital Centre, Brazzaville, Congo
Raphael Bioko

Faculty of Health Sciences, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville, Congo
Benjamin Atipo

National Council for the Fight against AIDS and Epidemics, Minister of health and Population, Brazzaville, Congo
Joseph Axel Ngatsie

Faculty of Health Sciences, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville, Congo
Michel Bitemo

National Council for the Fight against AIDS and Epidemics, Minister of health and Population, Brazzaville, Congo
Gontran Ondzotto

Faculty of Health Sciences, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville, Congo

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  abstract = {Background: The risk of contracting HIV is very high in Men who have sex with men (MSM) compared to the general population. This study aimed to estimates HIV prevalence among MSM in 2018 in Congo and identified associated factors. Methods: Cross-sectional study using the respondent-driven sampling method was conducted. Blood samples were collected and tested for HIV. Chi-square or Fischer test was used for proportion comparisons and logistic regression was carried out to assess predictors of HIV infection in MSM using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. Results: HIV prevalence among 182 MSM was 41,2%. Average age was 25±5 years. Current age between 25-29 years (ORa=18.9 [1.9 – 25.0]; p=0.01), current age between 30-34 years (ORa=47 [40.0 – 59.0]; p=0.003), not use condoms for passive penetration (ORa=5.2 [1.1 – 24.1]; p=0.03), and non-use of the condom due to faithfulness to one's partner (ORa=6.9 [1.9 - 25.1]; p=0.003) were found associated with HIV infection among MSM. Conversely, being more than 20 years old at first anal sex was found to be associated with reduced risk of acquiring HIV (ORa=0.2; IC=1.1 – 11,4; p=0.03). Conclusion: Among MSM in Congo, HIV prevalence is high as a result of high-risk sexual behavior. Programs aimed at reducing risk should be enhanced in MSM including, as a priority, preventive advice, condom supplies, HIV and STI testing and communication.},
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TY  - JOUR
T1  - Prevalence and Correlates of HIV Infection Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Congo, 2017
AU  - Gilbert Ndziessi
AU  - Axel Julius Aloumba
AU  - Raphael Bioko
AU  - Benjamin Atipo
AU  - Joseph Axel Ngatsie
AU  - Michel Bitemo
AU  - Gontran Ondzotto
Y1  - 2020/12/08
PY  - 2020
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DO  - 10.11648/j.ijhpebs.20200602.16
T2  - International Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Education and Behavioural Science
JF  - International Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Education and Behavioural Science
JO  - International Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Education and Behavioural Science
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EP  - 72
PB  - Science Publishing Group
SN  - 2575-5765
UR  - https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ijhpebs.20200602.16
AB  - Background: The risk of contracting HIV is very high in Men who have sex with men (MSM) compared to the general population. This study aimed to estimates HIV prevalence among MSM in 2018 in Congo and identified associated factors. Methods: Cross-sectional study using the respondent-driven sampling method was conducted. Blood samples were collected and tested for HIV. Chi-square or Fischer test was used for proportion comparisons and logistic regression was carried out to assess predictors of HIV infection in MSM using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. Results: HIV prevalence among 182 MSM was 41,2%. Average age was 25±5 years. Current age between 25-29 years (ORa=18.9 [1.9 – 25.0]; p=0.01), current age between 30-34 years (ORa=47 [40.0 – 59.0]; p=0.003), not use condoms for passive penetration (ORa=5.2 [1.1 – 24.1]; p=0.03), and non-use of the condom due to faithfulness to one's partner (ORa=6.9 [1.9 - 25.1]; p=0.003) were found associated with HIV infection among MSM. Conversely, being more than 20 years old at first anal sex was found to be associated with reduced risk of acquiring HIV (ORa=0.2; IC=1.1 – 11,4; p=0.03). Conclusion: Among MSM in Congo, HIV prevalence is high as a result of high-risk sexual behavior. Programs aimed at reducing risk should be enhanced in MSM including, as a priority, preventive advice, condom supplies, HIV and STI testing and communication.
VL  - 6
IS  - 2
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