Table 3:
Multivariate Poisson Regression Model Assessing Factors Associated with Number of Missed Clinic Visits.
| Characteristics | aIRR | 95% CI | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gender | <0.0001 | ||
| Male | Ref | Ref | |
| Female | 1.739 | 1.480–2.045 | |
| Age | <0.0001 | ||
| 18–44 | 1.388 | 1.185–1.626 | |
| 45 and above | Ref | Ref | |
| Internalized HIV Stigma | 1.053 | 1.012–1.096 | 0.009 |
| Engagement with Provider | 1.090 | 1.033–1.150 | 0.001 |
| Internalized HIV Stigma * Engagement with Provider | 0.996 | 0.994–0.999 | 0.004 |
| Low Internalized HIV Stigma | 1.033 | 1.013–1.053 | 0.001 |
| Medium Internalized HIV Stigma | 1.018 | 1.004–1.032 | 0.010 |
| High Internalized HIV Stigma | 0.9969 | 0.980–1.014 | 0.724 |
Note: Variables associated with appointment adherence and Number of Missed clinic visits at p<10 in the Spearman Correlation analysis are included in the model as well as Engagement with Provider. aIRR: adjusted Incidence Rate Ratios