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Influence of supply-side factors on voluntary medical male circumcision costs in Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, and Zambia. [PDF]

PLoS ONE, 2018
BACKGROUND:In this study, we described facility-level voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) unit cost, examined unit cost variation across facilities, and investigated key facility characteristics associated with unit cost variation. METHODS:We used
Sergio Bautista-Arredondo, Sandra G Sosa-Rubi, Marjorie Opuni, David Contreras-Loya, Gina La Hera-Fuentes, Ada Kwan, Claire Chaumont, Abson Chompolola, Jeanine Condo, Kumbutso Dzekedzeke, Omar Galarraga, Neil Martinson, Felix Masiye, Sabin Nsanzimana, Richard Wamai, Joseph Wang'ombe, ORPHEA study team   +16 more
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The development of an explanatory model for voluntary medical male circumcision in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

South African Family Practice, 2021
Background: KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) remains the epicentre of the human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) epidemic in South Africa.
Celenkosini T. Nxumalo, Gugu G. Mchunu
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Longitudinal Clinical Progression in X‐Linked Adrenoleukodystrophy: The AMNL Scoring System

Annals of the Child Neurology Society, Volume 4, Issue 3, Page 219-226, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Objective The current clinical nomenclature for individuals with ABCD1 gene dysfunction is often uninformative. The disorder was initially described as a combination of adrenal insufficiency and leukodystrophy, leading to the widespread use of “X‐linked adrenoleukodystrophy” (ALD).
Eda G. Kabak, Cecilie Videbaek, Marije M. C. Voermans, Björn M. van Geel, Keith van Haren, Stephan Kemp, Diederik van de Beek, Marc Engelen   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Cost-effectiveness analysis of two-way texting for post-operative follow-up in Zimbabwe's voluntary medical male circumcision program.

PLoS ONE, 2020
ObjectiveAlthough adverse events (AEs) following voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) are rare, their prompt ascertainment and management is a marker of quality care.
Joseph B Babigumira, Scott Barnhart, Joanna M Mendelsohn, Vernon Murenje, Mufuta Tshimanga, Christina Mauhy, Isaac Holeman, Sinokuthemba Xaba, Marrianne M Holec, Batsirai Makunike-Chikwinya, Caryl Feldacker   +10 more
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Research Journal: Unpacking the Intersection of VMMC, Masculinity and Gender Roles in Chirumhanzu District: A Critical Analysis

International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology
Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) is a proven strategy for reducing HIV transmission among men (UNAIDS, 2020). This research investigates how traditional notions of masculinity and gender roles influence the acceptance and uptake of Voluntary ...
Tenderano Runyanga
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Cost‐Effectiveness and Impact of Depression Treatment Implementation on HIV Outcomes in Western Kenya: A Mathematical Modelling Study

Journal of the International AIDS Society, Volume 29, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Introduction In eastern, central and southern Africa, HIV is a leading cause of mortality, and both HIV and depression contribute substantially to morbidity. Depression can impede effective HIV treatment and prevention, yet access to depression treatment remains limited.
Daniel T. Citron, Hae‐Young Kim, Roscoe Kasujja, Khamisi Musanje, Samuel M. Mwalili, Duncan Kioi Gathungu, Peris Wambui, Chikumbi Chambwe, Ingrida Platais, Frey B. Assefa, Mellesia Jeetoo, R. Scott Braithwaite, Anna Bershteyn   +12 more
wiley   +1 more source

VMMC unit cost by major cost category.

, 2018
VMMC unit cost by major cost category.
Enilda Martin (6091031), Dayanund Loykissoonlal (560278), Valerian Kiggundu (271763), Lahla Ngubeni (6091025), Michel Tchuenche (3269754), Emmanuel Njeuhmeli (194492), Carl Schütte (6091022), Aisha Yansaneh (6091034), Steven Forsythe (194468), Isaac Choge (6091028)   +9 more
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Patient flow for VMMC at site of operation.

, 2022
Patient flow for VMMC at site of operation.
Charles Chasela (313625), Arthi Ramkissoon (13851078), Constance Wose Kinge (11237916), Nelson Igaba (13851066), Pappie Majuba (387171), Latisani Mudau (13851075), Catherine Searle (5016002), Caroline Makura (13851072), Ian Sanne (170641), Skye Grove (13851069), Dirk Taljaard (60196), Khumbulani Moyo (11237922), Motshana Phohole (11237910), Dino Rech (194471)   +13 more
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Voluntary medical male circumcision programs can address low HIV testing and counseling usage and ART enrollment among young men: lessons from Lesotho. [PDF]

PLoS ONE, 2014
Early diagnosis of HIV and treatment initiation at higher CD4 counts improves outcomes and reduces transmission. However, Lesotho is not realizing the full benefits of ART because of the low proportion of men tested (40%).
Virgile Kikaya, Laura Skolnik, Macarena C García, John Nkonyana, Kelly Curran, Tigistu Adamu Ashengo   +5 more
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Factors associated with VMMC AE after univariate binomial regression.

, 2021
Factors associated with VMMC AE after univariate binomial regression.
Seter Siziya (89007), Steward Mudenda (11383820), Elijah Kabelenga (11383805), Misheck Chileshe (11383811), Christopher Nyirenda (364733), Bright Mukanga (11383823), Herbert Tato Nyirenda (11383817), David Mulenga (11383814), Victor Daka (8173428), Imukusi Mutanekelwa (11383802), Ruth L. Mfune (11383808), Kasonde Bowa (2813896)   +11 more
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