Browsing by Author "Salusso, Diego"

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    Chemsex y uso de sustancias durante las relaciones sexuales: resultados de una encuesta realizada en Argentina
    (2020-11) Salusso, Diego; Nuñez, Sebastián; Cabrini, Mercedes; Rolón, María José; Cahn, Pedro
    Introduction: "Chemsex" is related to the use of certain drugs to facilitate sustained arousal and induce a feeling of instant rapport with sexual partners. Aim: To describe the consumption profile of users of substances during sexual intercourse (SSI) and its relationship with demographic, lifestyle, and health variables. "Methods: Descriptive and cross-sectional study conducted through a self-administered and anonymous survey under the Google Forms platform® which was broadcasted on different social networks. Main outcome measures: Description of demographic and lifestyle aspects of the respondents and in the subgroup of SSI and chemsex users. Results: 2924 surveys were received; 421 people (16.9%) reported having consumed at least once one or more of the following: mephedrone, crystal meth, GHB/GBL, cocaine, LSD, poppers, ketamine, and ecstasy. Chemsex was defined as the consumption of the first three, and its prevalence was 1.1%. An SSI and chemsex user profile in our study was a man between 26 and 35 years, MSM, and inhabitant of the city of Buenos Aires. SSI and chemsex users were more likely to have an STI in the last year and to have an HIV diagnosis. Conclusions: This is the first survey that deals with this issue in our country and in Latin America. Considering the tendency to use condoms less and to present more diagnoses of STIs and HIV in the population of SSI users, we consider it necessary to study this subject in our country as the rising reports in world literature show a boost in substance use.
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    If I'm at home, I do it at home: Qualitative study on HIV self-testing among transgender women in Argentina
    (2022) De Luca, Amalia; Zalazar, Virginia; Salusso, Diego; Frontini, Emilia; Fabian, Solange; Fernana Cardozo, Nadir; Cesar, Carina; Cahn, Pedro; Sued, Omar; Aristegui, Ines
    Background: Evidence among key populations supports acceptability of HIV self-testing (HIVST) due to its privacy and convenience. However, insufficient research has been done among transgender women (TGW), especially in Latin America. Consequently, the aim of this study was to explore the acceptability, perceptions and recommendations for HIVST implementation among TGW in Buenos Aires. Methods: A focus group was conducted in July 2019. Particpants were invited to touch and learn about a displayed HIVST kit. The following main topics were explored: acceptability, reasons for seeking self-testing, preferences for training, distribution, periodicity and recommendations for HIVST implementation. Results: The sample consisted of 12 TGWs; mean age of 26 years (IQR = 22–28); 66% had history of sex-work. The main motivations for seeking HIVST were convenience, privacy, and usage to reduce stigma and discrimination by health-care providers. Recommendations for HIVST were: distribution from primary health centers and trans-sensitive centers; affordable price; assistance by peer health promoters; and the provision of clear written and video instructions. Conclusions: Tailored implementation of HIVST can increase HIV testing rates, early detection, and linkage to HIV-care in this high-prevalence group. This study provided community-driven suggestions to inform and adapt an HIVST feasibility pilot study and future implementation in Argentina.