Incidence and Predictors of Virologic Failure Among Children on First-Line Antiretroviral Therapy in Northwest Ethiopia: A Multicenter Retrospective Follow-Up Study

Zemene Mesafint Kassie, Nebiyu Mekonnen Derseh, Tadesse Awoke Ayele, Meron Asmamaw Alemayehu, Agerie Mengistie Zeleke, Yeshiwas Ayale Ferede, Worku Chekol Tassew, Jember Ayelgne Beyene

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC)

Published online on May 02, 2026

Abstract

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC), Volume 25, January-December 2026.
BackgroundVirologic failure in children is a significant public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa. This study aims to assess the incidence rate of virologic failure and its predictors among children undergoing first-line antiretroviral therapy (ART) in ...