Meta-analysis of the Prevalence and Assessment of Sleep Disorders in HIV-positive Persons and the Prevalence of Depression

Abstract

Objectives : In long-term treatment of HIV infection, controlling of sleep disorders is an important issue. This study aims to compare the rates of sleep disorders between HIV-positive and HIV-negative individuals, evaluate sleep disorders in HIV-positive individuals, and determine the prevalence of depression.

Method : We conducted a meta-analysis of previous studies that compared sleep disorders in HIV-positive and HIV-negative individuals that met the inclusion criteria.

Results : HIV-positive individuals had a significantly higher prevalence of sleep disorders and depression than those who were HIV-negative. The Pittsburgh Sleep Questionnaire was used in most of the studies.

Conclusion : Screening and treatment of sleep disturbances and depression should be integrated into HIV clinical practice. Therefore, it is necessary to build a team medical care system that includes psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine.