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Quality of Life, Depression and Sexual Function in Men Living With HIV

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Sponsor: Kocaeli University

Conditions: HIV Infections

Countries: Turkey (Türkiye)

This observational case-control study evaluates quality of life, depressive symptoms, and sexual function in heterosexual men living with HIV who are receiving effective combination antiretroviral therapy and have achieved virologic suppression, compared with healthy male controls. Participants complete validated questionnaires assessing quality of life (EUROHIS-QOL-8), depression (Beck Depression Inventory), and sexual function (Arizona Sexual Experience Scale). The study aims to identify psychosocial and sexual health challenges that may persist despite effective HIV treatment.

Eligibility overview

Sex: MALE

Age: 18 Years to —

Healthy volunteers: Yes

Study type: OBSERVATIONAL

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years
* Male sex
* Heterosexual orientation
* Confirmed diagnosis of HIV infection
* Receiving combination antiretroviral therapy (cART)
* Virologic suppression confirmed at two consecutive visits
* Ability to understand and complete the questionnaires

Exclusion Criteria:

* Female sex
* Age \< 18 years
* Advanced HIV disease
* Presence of significant comorbid medical conditions
* Cognitive impairment or communication difficulties that could interfere with completion of the survey

Locations (1)

Kocaeli, Izmit, Turkey (Türkiye)