P587 - PREVALENCE OF MALNUTRITION AMONG PEOPLE LIVING WITH HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS IN A TERTIARY GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL

P587

PREVALENCE OF MALNUTRITION AMONG PEOPLE LIVING WITH HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS IN A TERTIARY GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL

J. T. Tadlas^1,*, P. G. S. Calamba¹

¹Internal Medicine, Davao Regional Medical Center, Tagum City, Philippines

Rationale: This study seeks to determine the prevalence of malnutrition among People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (PLHIV) enrolled in the Davao Regional Medical Center - HIV Hub (Red Star Clinic) and evaluate their demographic and clinical characteristics, as well as nutritional status. By addressing the limited data on HIV-related malnutrition in the Philippines, this research aims to provide insights essential for improving the clinical management and nutritional care of PLHIV.

Methods: This quantitative, prospective, descriptive, cross-sectional study involved 50 PLHIV enrolled at the Davao Regional Medical Center - Red Star Clinic from January 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024. Data on demographic characteristics, clinical profiles, and nutritional status were collected. Nutritional status was assessed using the Modified Subjective Global Assessment (mSGA) tool.

Results: The mean age of participants was 28.6 years (SD = 6.40), and all were male. Clinical profiles revealed that 98% were free from comorbidities, while 2% had hypertension. Nutritional profiles indicated an average weight of 58.5 kg (SD = 10.8) and an average Body Mass Index (BMI) of 21.2 (SD = 3.67). Nutritional risk assessment showed 40% were at moderate risk and 38% at high risk for malnutrition.

Conclusion: Although participants exhibited relatively stable clinical profiles with minimal comorbidities, the significant prevalence of moderate and high nutritional risk highlights the importance of integrating nutritional assessments into routine HIV care. Mandatory screenings and tailored interventions at diagnosis are recommended to address HIV-associated malnutrition. These findings contribute valuable insights for future research and comprehensive HIV care strategies.

Disclosure of Interest: None declared