A cross-sectional study of the factors associated with the acceptance of oral HIV self-testing among medical students at Joseph Ki-Zerbo University in Ouagadougou in 2021
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Background. New screening techniques are being used to diagnose HIV infection.
Objective. To identify factors associated with the acceptance of oral HIV self-testing among medical students using the socio-ecological model.
Method. We conducted a descriptive, analytical cross-sectional study among medical students from October 2020 to September 2021, with data collection carried out from 10 to 25 March 2021.
Results. A total of 508 students participated, of whom 15.75% (n=80) had heard of oral HIV self-testing. The acceptance rate was 92.52% (n=470). Additionally, 76.52% (n=345) were willing to buy the self-test at a preferential price of less than Franc African Financial Community (FCFA) 1 000. Logistic regression analysis revealed a statistically significant relationship between acceptance of oral HIV self-testing and the importance placed on pre-test counselling (odds ratio (OR) 6.45, 95% CI 0.93 - 40.33; p=0.049).
Conclusion. Oral HIV self-testing is widely accepted among medical students. However, pre-test counselling could further increase its use and help achieve the first 95 of the United Nations’ ambitious targets.
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