Long-term Clinical Outcomes in Visceral Leishmaniasis-HIV Co-infected Patients during and after Pentamidine Secondary Prophylaxis in Ethiopia: a single-arm clinical trial

We have conducted a single-arm trial evaluating monthly pentamidine secondary prophylaxis (PSP) to prevent visceral leishmaniasis (VL) relapse in Ethiopian HIV-patients. Outcomes at 12 months of PSP have been previously reported, supporting PSP effectiveness and safety. However, remaining relapse-free after PSP discontinuation is vital. We now report outcomes and associated factors for a period of upto 2.5 years after initiating PSP, including one year follow-up after PSP discontinuation.