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Survival with AIDS in Ireland
M T Dunne1, H J Ruskin, F M Mulcahy
1Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, Dublin City University, Ireland.
AIDS (London, England)
|August 1, 1997
Summary
This study analyzed AIDS patient survival in Dublin, finding median survival of 576 days. Key factors influencing survival included diagnosis year, disease group, and antiretroviral therapy.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) remains a significant global health challenge.
- Understanding survival patterns is crucial for patient care and resource allocation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the survival patterns of patients diagnosed with AIDS in Dublin.
- To identify factors influencing survival rates in this cohort.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of data from 193 patients diagnosed with AIDS over a 7-year period.
- Investigation of survival patterns based on demographic and clinical factors.
Main Results:
- The cumulative survival probability was 69.0% at 1 year and 6.5% at 5 years, with a median survival of 576 days.
- Year of diagnosis, disease group, and age (35-39 years) significantly influenced survival.
- Opportunistic disease alone as the diagnosis group and antiretroviral therapy showed a significant positive impact on survival.
Conclusions:
- Survival times in this Dublin cohort are comparable to those in other developed countries.
- Demographic profile and a high proportion of intravenous drug users contributed to contrasting survival patterns in age groups and disease manifestations.