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Causes of death
| Cause of death category | Short-term mortality (n = 31)a | Overall mortality (n = 99)b |
|---|---|---|
| HIV-related, No. (%) | 5 (16) | 15 (15) |
| Liver-related | 6 (19) | 19 (19) |
| Overdose | 7 (23) | 14 (14) |
| Infection-related | 3 (10) | 10 (10) |
| Non-HIV/Nonliver-related cancer | 2 (6) | 8 (8) |
| Trauma | 2 (6) | 4 (4) |
| Cardiovascular | 1 (3) | 1 (1) |
| Other | 5 (16) | 28 (28) |
Deaths occurring within 6 months of subjects’ last study interview.
All deaths identified anytime during the study period.
