Assessing the effectiveness of a depression-integrated model in adult HIV care in Uganda (the HIV+D trial): a cluster-randomised controlled trial

Key Points

• The intervention improved depression management and HIV care in adults, leading to better health outcomes.
• A significant improvement in depression scores was observed, with up to a 25% reduction noted in participants.
• Cluster-randomised controlled trial assessed the effectiveness of a depression-integrated care model in adult HIV settings.
• This study highlights the importance of integrated care models in managing comorbid conditions in HIV patients.