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Table 7 Effect of patient satisfaction on adherence to ART

From: HIV/AIDS health services in Manaus, Brazil: patient perception of quality and its influence on adherence to antiretroviral treatment

Effect of patient satisfaction on adherence to ART (n = 499)

Adjusted OR

95% CI

p-value

Patient satisfaction

 Very satisfied

1.99

1.02

3.89

0.043

 Otherwise

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  1. OR Odds Ratios. Adjusted OR control for age, gender, education, race, sexual orientation, income, place of residence (Manaus vs. elsewhere), and/or health center. Adherence to ART is measured through viral load. A Viral load less than 1000 copies/mL indicates patient adheres to ART