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. 1996 Jun;8(3):365-72.
doi: 10.1080/09540129650125777.

Haemophilia and HIV infection in Hong Kong

S S Lee  1 , K H Wong, A J Dickinson
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Haemophilia and HIV infection in Hong Kong

S S Lee et al. AIDS Care. 1996 Jun.

Abstract

This is a retrospective study of the problems faced and support received by HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infected haemophilia patients in Hong Kong. Between December 1984 and December 1994, 63 patients were detected to be HIV positive, out of a total of 231 haemophiliacs screened. Infection could be traced back to before August 1985, when safer heat-treated clotting factors were not yet available. Psychosocial impacts were obvious in this group of patients because of the double blow of HIV infection and haemophilia. Amongst the more evident problems were obstacles in schooling, employment difficulties, and disturbed relationships with family and friends, to mention a few. Psychosocial support services have been rendered by both the government and non-governmental organizations in Hong Kong. Financial assistance has also been given by the government since April 1993. To date, only eleven (17.5%) patients were known to have progressed to AIDS. Medical treatment, psychosocial support and financial assistance are integral components of an effective AIDS care programme for HIV-infected haemophilia patients.

PIP: 231 hemophiliacs in Hong Kong were screened for infection with HIV between December 1984 and December 1994. 63 patients were found to be HIV-seropositive, with HIV infection traced back to before August 1985, when safer heat-treated clotting factors were not yet available. The psychological burden of being both a hemophiliac and infected with HIV precipitated problems in schooling, employment, and relationships with family and friends. Psychosocial support services to HIV-infected hemophiliacs have been rendered by both the government and nongovernmental organizations in Hong Kong. The government has also provided financial assistance since April 1993. To date, only 11 of the 63 patients are known to have progressed to AIDS. Medical treatment, psychosocial support, and financial aid are integral components of an effective AIDS care program for HIV-infected hemophilia patients.

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