Virologic suppression rate and associated factors for third-line HIV treatment in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Background: HIV/AIDS has left a profound impact, leading to significant mortality, morbidity, economic strain, and disability on a global scale. The introduction of antiretroviral therapy (ART) has played a pivotal role in mitigating the economic burden of HIV and enhancing overall productivity. However, the emergence of virological failure presents a critical contemporary challenge within global health, reflecting the complexity of effectively managing HIV treatment outcomes in the 21st century.