Occurrence of respiratory viruses and nasal colonization by antibiotic-resistant bacteria in individuals with HIV in Ghana - Scorecard - MDSpire

Occurrence of respiratory viruses and nasal colonization by antibiotic-resistant bacteria in individuals with HIV in Ghana

  • By

  • Mildred Asumamaa Adusei-Poku

  • Lawrencia Ami Emefa Ativi

  • Hawawu Ahmed Zakariah

  • Evelyn Yayra Bonney

  • Ivy Asantewaa Asante

  • Nicholas T. K. D. Dayie

  • George Boateng Kyei

  • Justice Kwesi Danso

  • Agnes Oclu

  • Esimebia Amegashie

  • Osbourne Quaye

  • Elijah Paintsil

  • Kwasi Torpey

  • Beverly Egyir

  • February 14, 2026

  • 0 min

Share

Clinical Scorecard: Occurrence of respiratory viruses and nasal colonization by antibiotic-resistant bacteria in individuals with HIV in Ghana

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionRespiratory infections in individuals with HIV
Key MechanismsIncreased susceptibility to opportunistic infections due to CD4+ T cell decline
Target PopulationPeople living with HIV (PLWH) in Ghana
Care SettingHIV outpatient departments

Key Highlights

  • 70% of opportunistic infections in PLWH are respiratory infections.
  • Respiratory infections account for over 50% of HIV-related mortality in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Viral pathogens are predominant causes of respiratory infections in immunocompromised individuals.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Use RT-qPCR for detection of respiratory viruses.
  • Confirm HIV status using Multisure® HIV Rapid Test kit.

Management

  • Monitor for secondary bacterial infections following viral respiratory infections.
  • Consider antibiotic stewardship to mitigate resistance.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regular assessment of CD4+ T cell counts to evaluate immune status.

Risks

  • Increased morbidity and mortality from respiratory infections in PLWH.

Patient & Prescribing Data

PLWH on antiretroviral therapy (ART)

Consider the risk of opportunistic infections and antibiotic resistance.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Implement routine screening for respiratory infections in PLWH.
  • Educate patients on recognizing symptoms of respiratory infections and when to seek care.

References

Original Source(s)

Occurrence of respiratory viruses and nasal colonization by antibiotic-resistant bacteria in individuals with HIV in Ghana

  • by Mildred Asumamaa Adusei-Poku, Lawrencia Ami Emefa Ativi, Hawawu Ahmed Zakariah, Evelyn Yayra Bonney, Ivy Asantewaa Asante, Nicholas T. K. D. Dayie, George Boateng Kyei, Justice Kwesi Danso, Agnes Oclu, Esimebia Amegashie, Osbourne Quaye, Elijah Paintsil, Kwasi Torpey, Beverly Egyir

  • February 14, 2026

Related Content

Advancements in Intranasal Influenza Vaccines: Mechanisms, Platforms, and Progress in Translation

Stewardship Cuts Steroid Prescribing

Behaviorally informed peer comparison feedback was associated with a gradual decline in glucocorticoid prescribing

The Flu Vaccine Face-Off Ends in a Draw

Pragmatic cluster randomized crossover study found no statistically significant difference in laboratory-confirmed influenza during the 2023-2024 season