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CompletedNCT04399551Updated Apr 5, 2024Results posted

A Study Evaluating Implementation Strategies for Cabotegravir (CAB)+ Rilpivirine (RPV) Long-acting (LA) Injectables for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-1 Treatment in European Countries

A Phase 3 interventional study of CAB OLI and CAB LA in HIV Infections, sponsored by ViiV Healthcare. Completed at 18 sites in 5 countries. Open to participants aged 18 Years and older. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2024-04-05.

Sponsored by ViiV Healthcare (part of GlaxoSmithKline) · Phase 3, Interventional, and Treatment

Phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
437
Allocation
Non-randomized
Ages
18 Years and older
Sex
All
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Study summary

The overall objective of the CAB LA + RPV LA clinical development program is to develop a highly effective, well-tolerated, two-drug, LA injectable regimen which has the potential to offer improved treatment convenience, compliance and improved quality of life for people living with HIV compared to current standard of care. This interventional study will examine different implementation strategies in different clinic settings across European countries to identify strategies which best meet the needs in each local context and involve both participants receiving study treatment CAB LA + RPV LA (patient study participants [PSP]) as well as the healthcare providers at the investigator site level (staff study participants [SSP]). SSPs consists of 2 groups: standard and enhanced arm.

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Conditions studied

  • HIV Infections

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Keywords

  • Cabotegravir
  • Rilpivirine
  • Long-acting injectables
  • Patient study participants
  • Staff study participants
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In context

HIV Infections

4,340 studies on the registry are indexed under HIV Infections; 240 are open to participants now.

This study's enrollment of 437 is above the median of 83 across 3,312 interventional studies indexed under HIV Infections.

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Lead sponsor

ViiV Healthcare is the lead sponsor of 265 studies on the registry; 16 are open to participants now.

Of its 71 completed or terminated interventional studies of FDA-regulated products, 53 (75%) have results posted.

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
18 Years and older
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
No

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Inclusion criteria

  • Participants aged 18 years or older at the time of signing the informed consent.
  • HIV-1 infected and must be suppressed on a guideline recommended active Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) regimen for at least 6 months prior to screening. Any prior switch, defined as a change of a single drug or multiple drugs simultaneously, must have occurred due to tolerability/safety, access to medications, or convenience/simplification, and must not have been done for virologic failure (on treatment HIV-1 RNA more than or equal to [>=]200 c/mL).
  • Documented evidence of at least two plasma HIV-1 RNA measurements \<50 c/mL in the 12 months prior to Screening: at least one \<6 months prior to screening and one 6-12 months prior to screening.
  • Plasma HIV-1 RNA \<50 c/mL at screening.
  • A female participant is eligible to participate if she is not pregnant (as confirmed by a negative urine human chorionic gonadotrophin [hCG] test at screen and at Day 1), not lactating, and at least one of the following conditions applies:

    1. Non-reproductive potential is defined as:

      Pre-menopausal females with one of the following:

      • Documented tubal ligation.
      • Documented hysteroscopic tubal occlusion procedure with follow-up confirmation of bilateral tubal occlusion.
      • Hysterectomy.
      • Documented Bilateral Oophorectomy.
      • Postmenopausal defined as 12 months of spontaneous amenorrhea [in questionable cases a blood sample with simultaneous follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and estradiol levels consistent with menopause. Females on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and whose menopausal status is in doubt will be required to use one of the highly effective contraception methods if they wish to continue their HRT during the study. Otherwise, they must discontinue HRT to allow confirmation of post-menopausal status prior to study enrolment.
    2. Reproductive potential and agrees to follow one of the options listed in the Modified List of Highly Effective Methods for Avoiding Pregnancy in Females of Reproductive Potential (FRP) from 30 days prior to the first dose of study medication, throughout the study, and for at least 30 days after discontinuation of all oral study medications and for at least 52 weeks after discontinuation of CAB LA and RPV LA.
  • Capable of giving signed informed consent, which includes compliance with the requirements and restrictions listed in the consent form and in this protocol. Eligible participants or their legal guardians (and next of kin when locally required), must sign a written informed consent form before any protocol-specified assessments are conducted. Enrolment of participants who are unable to provide direct informed consent is optional and will be based on local legal/regulatory requirements and site feasibility to conduct protocol procedures.
  • French participants: In France, a participant will be eligible for inclusion in this study only if either affiliated to or a beneficiary of a social security category.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria:

  • Within 6 months prior to screening, plasma HIV-1 RNA measurement >=50 c/mL.
  • During the previous 12 months, any confirmed HIV-1 RNA measurement >=200 c/mL.
  • Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or plan to become pregnant or breastfeed during the study.
  • Any evidence of a current Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Stage 3 disease [CDC, 2014], except cutaneous Kaposi's sarcoma not requiring systemic therapy, and historical or current Cluster of Differentiation 4 (CD4)+ counts \<200 cells per millimeter cube (cells/mm\^3) are not exclusionary.
  • Any pre-existing physical or mental condition (including substance use disorder) which, in the opinion of the investigator, may interfere with the participant's ability to comply with the dosing schedule and/or protocol evaluations or which may compromise the safety of the participant.
  • Participants determined by the investigator to have a high risk of seizures, including participants with an unstable or poorly controlled seizure disorder. A participant with a prior history of seizure may be considered for enrolment if the investigator believes the risk of seizure recurrence is low.
  • Participants who, in the investigator's judgment, pose a significant suicide risk. Participant's recent history of suicidal behavior and/or suicidal ideation should be considered when evaluating for suicide risk.
  • The participant has a tattoo, gluteal implant/ enhancements or other dermatological condition overlying the gluteus region which may interfere with interpretation of injection site reactions.
  • Evidence of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection based on the results of testing for Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), Hepatitis B core antibody (anti-HBc), Hepatitis B surface antibody (anti-HBs) and HBV Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) as follows:

    • Participants positive for HBsAg are excluded.
    • Participants negative for anti-HBs but positive for anti-HBc (negative HBsAg status) and positive for HBV DNA are excluded.
  • Participants who are anticipated to require Hepatitis C virus (HCV) treatment within 12 months must be excluded. Asymptomatic individuals with chronic HCV infection will not be excluded; investigators must carefully assess if therapy specific for HCV infection is required. (HCV treatment on study may be permitted, following consultation and approval of the DAA based therapy being considered with the medical monitor).
  • Participants with HCV co-infection will be allowed entry into this study if:

    1. Liver enzymes meet entry criteria.
    2. HCV disease has undergone appropriate work-up, and is not advanced. Additional information (where available) on participants with HCV coinfection at screening should include results from any liver biopsy, Fibroscan, ultrasound, or other fibrosis evaluation, history of cirrhosis or other decompensated liver disease, prior treatment, and timing/plan for HCV treatment.
    3. In the event that recent biopsy or imaging data is not available or inconclusive, the Fib-4 score will be used to verify eligibility:

      • Fib-4 score more than (>)3.25 is exclusionary.
      • Fib-4 score 1.45-3.25 requires Medical Monitor consultation Fibrosis 4 score formula:

(Age times Aspartate aminotransferase [AST]) / (Platelets times (square [Alanine aminotransferase]{ALT}).

  • Unstable liver disease (as defined by any of the following: presence of ascites, encephalopathy, coagulopathy, hypoalbuminemia, esophageal or gastric varices, or persistent jaundice or cirrhosis), known biliary abnormalities (with the exception of Gilbert's syndrome or asymptomatic gallstones or otherwise stable chronic liver disease per investigator assessment).
  • History of liver cirrhosis with or without hepatitis viral co-infection.
  • Ongoing or clinically relevant pancreatitis.
  • Clinically significant cardiovascular disease, as defined by history/evidence of congestive heart failure, symptomatic arrhythmia, angina/ischemia, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery or percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) or any clinically significant cardiac disease.
  • Ongoing malignancy other than cutaneous Kaposi's sarcoma, basal cell carcinoma, or resected, non-invasive cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, or cervical intraepithelial neoplasia; other localized malignancies require agreement between the investigator and the Study medical monitor for inclusion of the participant prior to inclusion.
  • Any condition which, in the opinion of the Investigator, may interfere with the absorption, distribution, metabolism or excretion of the study drugs or render the participant unable to receive study medication.
  • History or presence of allergy or intolerance to the study drugs or their components or drugs of their class. Current or anticipated need for chronic anti-coagulation with the exception of the use of low dose acetylsalicylic acid (less than or equal to [\<=]325 mg per day) or hereditary coagulation and platelet disorders such as hemophilia or Von Willebrand Disease
  • Any evidence of primary resistance based on the presence of any major known Integrase inhibitor (INI) or Non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) resistance-associated mutation, except for K103N, by any historical resistance test result.
  • ALT >=5 times the upper limit of normal (ULN) or ALT >=3 times ULN and bilirubin >=1.5 times ULN (with >35 percent [%] direct bilirubin).
  • Any verified Grade 4 laboratory abnormality. A single repeat test is allowed during the Screening phase to verify a result.
  • Participant has estimated creatinine clearance \<50 milliliters per minute (mL/min)/1.73 m\^2 via the Chronic Kidney Disease Epidemiology Collaboration (CKD-EPI) equation.
  • Exposure to an experimental drug or experimental vaccine within either 28 days, 5 half-lives of the test agent, or twice the duration of the biological effect of the test agent, whichever is longer, prior to Day 1 of this study.
  • Treatment with any of the following agents within 28 days of Day 1:

    • Radiation therapy.
    • Cytotoxic chemotherapeutic agents.
    • Tuberculosis therapy except for isoniazid (isonicotinylhydrazid [INH]).
    • Anti-coagulation agents.
    • Immunomodulators that alter immune responses such as chronic systemic corticosteroids, interleukins, or interferons.
  • Treatment with an HIV-1 immunotherapeutic vaccine within 90 days of screening.
  • Use of medications which are associated with Torsade de Pointes must be discussed with the Medical Monitor to determine eligibility.
  • Participants receiving any prohibited medication and who are unwilling or unable to switch to an alternate medication.
  • A participant with known or suspected active Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection OR contact with an individual with known COVID-19, within 14 days of study enrollment (World Health Organization [WHO] definitions).
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Study design

Phase
Phase 3
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Non-randomized
Intervention model
Parallel assignment
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
437 participants (actual)

Study arms

  • Experimental
    Participants with HIV infection

    HIV-infected participants will receive CAB LA + RPV LA regimen for a month of oral lead in (OLI) at Day 1 followed by CAB LA + RPV LA injections at Months 1 and 2 and every 2 months (Q2M) thereafter.

    Drug: CAB OLI · Drug: CAB LA · Drug: RPV OLI · Drug: RPV LA

  • Other
    Staff study participants (SSP)

    Staff study participants will be randomized to receive standard implementation support (Arm-S; through visit(s) with the medication lead in their country, education on the medication, and patient and staff education/support materials) or through enhanced implementation support (Arm-E; through the addition of continuous quality improvement during the study).

    Other: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) calls

Interventions

  • DrugCAB OLI

    CAB will be available as 30 milligrams (mg) tablet. It will be administered as one tablet once daily with food from Day 1 to Month 1.

  • DrugCAB LA

    CAB LA 600 mg will be administered as intramuscular (IM) injection.

  • DrugRPV OLI

    RPV will be available as 25 mg tablet. It will be administered as one tablet once daily with food from Day 1 to Month 1.

  • DrugRPV LA

    RPV LA 900 mg will be administered as IM injection.

  • OtherContinuous Quality Improvement (CQI) calls

    CQI will be attended by the enhanced arm (Arm-E). The CQI calls will be conducted to identify problems/challenges, generate plans to address the challenges, and identify how to measure the change that results from the plan.

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Change From Baseline in Acceptability of Implementation Measure (AIM-Imp) Score in SSP at Month 12

    The AIM-Imp was designed to assess the acceptability of an implementation process (i.e., perception among implementation stakeholders that a given treatment, service, practice, or innovation is agreeable, palatable, or satisfactory). The measure consists of four items/statements (1. The implementation support thus far meets my approval 2. The implementation support thus far is appealing to me 3. I like the implementation support I have received 4. I welcome implementation support for the CAB + RPV injection treatment), each with a five-point rating scale (1 = completely disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neither agree nor disagree, 4 = agree, and 5 = completely agree). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least acceptability and 5 the most acceptability.

    Time frame: Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12

  2. Change From Baseline in Implementation Appropriateness Measure (IAM-Imp) Score in SSPs at Month 12

    The IAM-Imp is designed to assess the appropriateness of an implementation process (i.e., the perceived fit, relevance, or compatibility of the innovation for a given practice setting, provider, or consumer, and the perceived fit of the innovation to address a particular issue or problem). The IAM-Imp is a four-item/statement measure (1. The implementation support thus far seems fitting 2. The implementation support seems suitable for using the CAB + RPV injection treatment 3. The implementation support seems applicable for the CAB + RPV injection treatment 4. The implementation support seems like a good match) with a five-point rating scale (1 = completely disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neither agree nor disagree, 4 = agree, and 5 = completely agree). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least appropriateness and 5 the most appropriateness.

    Time frame: Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12

  3. Change From Baseline in Feasibility of Implementation Measure (FIM-Imp) Score at Month 12

    The FIM-Imp was a four-item/statement measure (1. The implementation support seems implementable in our clinic/practice 2. The implementation support seems possible in our clinic/practice 3. The implementation support seems doable in our clinic/practice 4. The implementation support seems easy to use in our clinic/practice) and was measured on a five-point rating scale (1 = completely disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neither agree nor disagree, 4 = agree, and 5 = completely agree). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least feasibility and 5 the most feasibility.

    Time frame: Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12

  4. Number of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Acceptability

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the acceptability from the SSPs' perspective. The results of themes that are integral to successful implementation are presented based on implementation strategies.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  5. Number of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Appropriateness

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the appropriateness from the SSPs' perspective. The results of themes that are integral to successful implementation are presented based on implementation strategies.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  6. Number of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Feasibility

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the feasibility from the SSPs' perspective. The results of themes that are integral to successful implementation are presented based on implementation strategies.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

Secondary outcomes

  1. Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Acceptability Assessed Via Semi Structured Interviews (SSIs)

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the acceptability from the SSPs' perspective. The results for facilitators that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  2. Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Acceptability Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the acceptability from the SSPs' perspective. The results for barriers that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  3. Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the appropriateness from the SSPs' perspective. The results for facilitators that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  4. Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the appropriateness from the SSPs' perspective. The results for barriers that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  5. Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the feasibility from the SSPs' perspective. The results for facilitators that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  6. Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the feasibility from the SSPs' perspective. The results for barriers that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  7. Change From Baseline in Implementation Leadership Scale (ILS) Score at Month 12

    The ILS is a 12-item (facilitate implementation, obstacles, clear department standards, knowledge, ability to answer questions, awareness of concept, recognition, support employee efforts to learn, support employee efforts to use intervention, persevere(s) through the ups and downs, carries on through the challenges and reaction to criticial issues) measure that assesses SSP understanding of the degree to which leadership in their clinic/practice setting is proactive, knowledgeable, supportive, and perseverant with regards to implementing the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment in their settings. The items are measured on a five-point rating scale (1 = very great extent, 2 = great extent, 3 = moderate extent, 4 = slight extent, and 5 = not at all). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5. Higher the score means less understanding in leadership.

    Time frame: Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12

  8. Absolute Values of Implementation Climate Scale (ICS) Scores at Month 1 and Month 12

    The ICS is a 9 item (team's main goals, importance of implementation, top priority, workshops, treatment training, training material, staff adaptability, flexibility, openness to new intervention) measure that assesses SSPs' perceptions of their team (i.e., the people that they work with) while using the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment in their clinic/practice setting. The items were measured on a five-point rating scale (1 = very great extent, 2 = great extent, 3 = moderate extent, 4 = slight extent, and 5 = not at all). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5. Higher the score means less seriousness for implementation in staff.

    Time frame: Month 1 and Month 12

  9. Number of Modifications Reported by SSPs Assessed Via FRAME-IS

    The Framework for Reporting Adaptations and Modifications to Evidence-based interventions - Implementation Strategies (FRAME-IS) was a seven-question measure (contained both open and closed categorical questions) used to record details the modifications made to the implementation of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment procedures.

    Time frame: Month 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12

  10. Number of Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Cycles Developed During the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Calls Course

    CQI were a 60 minutes calls involved working through a plan to address the identified barriers, optimize processes, and evaluate these efforts. This process of addressing barriers was guided by a series of Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) cycles. Number of PDSA cycles developed are presented.

    Time frame: Month 2 to Month 7

  11. Number of Participants Spending Average Time in the Clinic/Practice for Each Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The average time was categorized as: Up to 20 Minutes, Up to 40 Minutes, Up to 60 Minutes, Up to 90 Minutes, More than 90 Minutes and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  12. Number of Participants Spending Average Time in an Exam Room Waiting for a Nurse (or Other Healthcare Provider) to Get the Injection Administered Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The average time was categorized as: Up to 10 Minutes, 11-20 Minutes, 21-30 Minutes, 31-45 Minutes, More than 45 Minutes and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  13. Number of Participants Rating Acceptability With the Amount of Time Spent in The Clinic/Practice for Each Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The rating of acceptability was categorized as extremely acceptable, very acceptable, somewhat acceptable, a little acceptable, not at all acceptable and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  14. Number of Participants Rating Acceptability to Come to the Clinic/Practice Every 2 Months for the Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The rating of acceptability was categorized as extremely acceptable, very acceptable, somewhat acceptable, a little acceptable, not at all acceptable and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  15. Number of Participants Taking Time Off From Work to Attend Appointment Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The time off responses were categorized as Whole day annual leave, Half day annual leave, Whole day sick leave, Half day sick leave, Whole day unpaid, Half day unpaid, Other, Not taken time off and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  16. Number of Participants With Time it Took Them to Get to the Clinic Where They Receive HIV Treatment/Check-ups Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Up to 15 minutes, 16-30 minutes, 31-45 minutes, 46-60 minutes, More than 60 minutes, and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  17. Number of Participants Who Seek Additional Care From a Dependent to Attend Appointment Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Yes, No, Not Applicable and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  18. Number of Participants That Endorsed Type of Transportation Used to Attend Appointments

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Taxi- Transportation service, Dropped-off, Private vehicle, Bicycle/scooter/ skateboard/ walked, Public transport and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  19. Number of Participants Taking Time Off From Work to Recover From Any Injection Site Reaction Issue Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The time off responses were categorized as No, Yes - On the day of receiving the treatment, Yes - One day after receiving the treatment, Yes-Two days after receiving the treatment, Yes-More than two days after receiving the treatment, Not Applicable, Missing and Missing Response for 'Yes'. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question. Missing Response for 'Yes' include participants who responded 'Yes' but did not provide duration of time off.

    Time frame: Month 12

  20. Number of Participants Rating Convenience of Clinic/Practice's Procedures for Scheduling Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The convenience responses were categorized as Extremely convenient, Very convenient, Somewhat convenient, A little convenient, Not at all convenient, and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  21. Number of Participants Rating Convenience of Clinic/Practice's Procedures for Rescheduling Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely convenient, Very convenient, Somewhat convenient, A little convenient, Not at all convenient, Not applicable; I did not have to reschedule and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  22. Number of Participants Rating Feelings About Getting CAB+RPV Injection Treatment Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely positive, Very positive, Somewhat positive, A little positive, Not at all positive and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  23. Number of Participants That Rated Perceived Knowledge About CAB+RPV Injection Treatment Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely knowledgeable, Very knowledgeable, Somewhat knowledgeable, A little knowledgeable, Not at all knowledgeable and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  24. Number of Participants With Appointment Reminders Received Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question.The responses were categorized as Phone calls, Text/SMS messages, Existing clinic app, E-mail, Reminder in the mail, Another reminder and I did not receive reminders. The responses are not mutually exclusive.

    Time frame: Month 12

  25. Number of Participants Who Rated Helpfulness of Appointment Outside of Typical Work Times Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely helpful, Very helpful, Somewhat helpful, A Little helpful, Not at all helpful and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  26. Number of Participants That Rated Agreement in Recommending the CAB+RPV Injections to Others Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Completely agree, Agree, Neutral, Disagree, Completely disagree and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

    Time frame: Month 12

  27. Number of Participants With Things Tried to Reduce Soreness Following Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire

    Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Take over-the-counter pain relievers, Use a hot compress, Use a cold compress, Avoid sitting for long periods of time, Light stretching and exercise, None of the above, Other and I don't get sore after my injections.

    Time frame: Month 12

  28. Number of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Acceptability Assessed Via Semi Structured Interviews (SSIs)

    A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed facilitators for acceptability are presented.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  29. Number of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Acceptability Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed barriers for acceptability are presented.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  30. Number of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed facilitators for appropriateness are presented.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  31. Number of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs with barriers for appropriateness are presented.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  32. Number of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed facilitators for feasibility are presented.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  33. Number of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

    A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed barriers for feasibility are presented.

    Time frame: Up to Month 12

  34. Change From Baseline in Acceptability of Intervention Measure (AIM) Score in PSPs at Month 12

    AIM assesses the acceptability of an intervention (i.e., perception among stakeholders that a given treatment, service, practice, or innovation is agreeable, palatable, or satisfactory). It is a four-item (1. The CAB+RPV injection treatment meets my approval for treating my HIV, 2. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is appealing to me, 3. I like the CAB+RPV injection treatment for my HIV, 4. I welcome the CAB+RPV injection treatment for my HIV) measure with a five-point rating scale, where 1=completely disagree, 2=disagree, 3=neither agree nor disagree, 4=agree, and 5=completely agree. The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least acceptability and 5 the most acceptability.

    Time frame: Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12

  35. Change From Baseline in Intervention Appropriateness Measure (IAM) Score in PSPs at Month 12

    IAM assesses the appropriateness of an intervention (i.e., the perceived fit, relevance, or compatibility of the innovation for a given practice setting, provider, or consumer; and the perceived fit of the innovation to address a particular issue or problem). It is a four-item (1. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is fitting for my life, 2. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is suitable for my life, 3. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is applicable to my life, 4. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is a good match for my life) measure with a five-point rating scale, where 1=completely disagree, 2=disagree, 3=neither agree nor disagree, 4=agree, and 5=completely agree. The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least appropriateness and 5 the most appropriateness.

    Time frame: Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12

  36. Change From Baseline in Feasibility of Intervention Measure (FIM) Score in PSPs at Month 12

    The four-item (1. The CAB+RPV injection treatment seems implementable in my life 2. The CAB+RPV injection treatment every 2 months is possible for me to use 3. The CAB+RPV injection treatment every 2 months seems doable in my life 4. The CAB+RPV injection treatment every 2 months seems easy to use in my life). FIM assesses perceived intervention feasibility. The items are measured on a five-point rating scale, where 1=completely disagree, 2=disagree, 3=neither agree nor disagree, 4=agree, and 5=completely agree. The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least feasibility and 5 the most feasibility.

    Time frame: Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12

  37. Associated Person Clinical Sustainability Assessment Tool (APCSAT) Average Domain Score at Month 12

    The APCSAT is a 35-item measure that assesses SSP impressions of the data in their clinic. Sustainability refers to the ability to maintain and expand the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment and its benefits over time. SSPs were asked to rate their clinic/practice along a range of specific domains that affect sustainability, including: 'Engages Staff \& Leadership,' 'Engaging Stakeholders,' 'Monitoring and Evaluation,' 'Implementation \& Training,' 'Outcomes \& Effectiveness,' 'Workflow Integration,' and 'Organizational Readiness.' Five items were presented to SSPs in each section. The items were measured on a seven-point rating scale (1 = little to no extent to 7 = to a very great extent. Domain total was divided by the total number of items with a score to get average score.

    Time frame: Month 12

  38. Percentage of PSP Receiving Injections Within Target Window

    The target window for participants to receive injection was from Day -7 to Day 7.

    Time frame: Day -7 to Day 7 of Month 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12

  39. Percentage of PSPs With Plasma HIV-1 Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) Less Than (<)50 Copies Per Milliliter (c/ml)

    Plasma samples were collected from the participant at specific time points.

    Time frame: Month 1, 2, 4, 8 and 12

  40. Number of Participants With Confirmed Virologic Failure (CVF) Over Time

    CVF was defined as rebound as indicated by two consecutive plasma HIV-1 RNA levels \>=200 c/ml.

    Time frame: Month 1, 2, 4, 8, 10 and 12

  41. Number of PSPs With Adverse Events (AEs) And Serious AEs (SAEs)

    An adverse event (AE) is any untoward medical occurrence in a clinical study participant, temporally associated with the use of a study intervention, whether or not considered related to the study intervention. An SAE is defined as any untoward medical occurrence that, at any dose may result in death or is life-threatening or requires inpatient hospitalization or prolongation of existing hospitalization, results in persistent disability/incapacity or is a congenital anomaly/birth defect or any other situation according to medical or scientific judgment or is associated with liver injury and impaired liver function.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  42. Number of PSPs Discontinuing Treatment Due to AEs

    An adverse event (AE) is any untoward medical occurrence in a clinical study participant, temporally associated with the use of a study intervention, whether or not considered related to the study intervention.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

  43. Number of PSP With Preference for Therapy Assessed Via Preference Questionnaire

    PSPs were asked to think about their experience of using the long-acting injectable medication versus the daily oral HIV medication, and to select their preferred treatment and all the reasons that support their preference. Results are categorized as: 'long-acting injectable HIV medication', 'daily oral HIV medication', 'no preference', Missing and Erroneous. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question. PSPs who completed this question incorrectly (i.e., checked reasons without a ticking a leading preference or checked more than one leading preference box) were included in Erroneous.

    Time frame: Up to 12 Months

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Results

Posted May 19, 2023

Participant flow

A total of 437 patient study participants (PSPs) \[people living with HIV\] were enrolled. 430 PSP received study treatment and were included in the safety population. Staff Study Participants (SSP) (HIV care providers, nurses/staff performing injections administrators/clinic managers) were not counted as enrolled. SSP were randomized based on implementation strategy - Enhanced (Arm-E) and Standard (Arm -S).

Participant flow — Overall Study
MilestonePatient Study Participants
Started430
Completed402
Not completed28
Withdrew: Adverse event15
Withdrew: Withdrawal by subject6
Withdrew: Physician decision3
Withdrew: Lost to follow-up2
Withdrew: Protocol deviation2

Outcome measures

PrimaryChange From Baseline in Acceptability of Implementation Measure (AIM-Imp) Score in SSP at Month 12

The AIM-Imp was designed to assess the acceptability of an implementation process (i.e., perception among implementation stakeholders that a given treatment, service, practice, or innovation is agreeable, palatable, or satisfactory). The measure consists of four items/statements (1. The implementation support thus far meets my approval 2. The implementation support thus far is appealing to me 3. I like the implementation support I have received 4. I welcome implementation support for the CAB + RPV injection treatment), each with a five-point rating scale (1 = completely disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neither agree nor disagree, 4 = agree, and 5 = completely agree). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least acceptability and 5 the most acceptability.

Time frame:
Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Change From Baseline in Acceptability of Implementation Measure (AIM-Imp) Score in SSP at Month 12
Scores on a scaleStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation Arm
Baseline (Month 1)3.8 ± 0.763.9 ± 0.75
Month 120.28 ± 0.8280.33 ± 0.666
PrimaryChange From Baseline in Implementation Appropriateness Measure (IAM-Imp) Score in SSPs at Month 12

The IAM-Imp is designed to assess the appropriateness of an implementation process (i.e., the perceived fit, relevance, or compatibility of the innovation for a given practice setting, provider, or consumer, and the perceived fit of the innovation to address a particular issue or problem). The IAM-Imp is a four-item/statement measure (1. The implementation support thus far seems fitting 2. The implementation support seems suitable for using the CAB + RPV injection treatment 3. The implementation support seems applicable for the CAB + RPV injection treatment 4. The implementation support seems like a good match) with a five-point rating scale (1 = completely disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neither agree nor disagree, 4 = agree, and 5 = completely agree). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least appropriateness and 5 the most appropriateness.

Time frame:
Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Change From Baseline in Implementation Appropriateness Measure (IAM-Imp) Score in SSPs at Month 12
Scores on a scaleStaff Study Participants-Enhanced Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation Arm
Baseline (Month 1)3.8 ± 0.783.9 ± 0.78
Month 120.22 ± 0.7400.31 ± 0.729
PrimaryChange From Baseline in Feasibility of Implementation Measure (FIM-Imp) Score at Month 12

The FIM-Imp was a four-item/statement measure (1. The implementation support seems implementable in our clinic/practice 2. The implementation support seems possible in our clinic/practice 3. The implementation support seems doable in our clinic/practice 4. The implementation support seems easy to use in our clinic/practice) and was measured on a five-point rating scale (1 = completely disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neither agree nor disagree, 4 = agree, and 5 = completely agree). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least feasibility and 5 the most feasibility.

Time frame:
Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Change From Baseline in Feasibility of Implementation Measure (FIM-Imp) Score at Month 12
Scores on a scaleStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation Arm
Baseline (Month 1)4.0 ± 0.664.0 ± 0.64
Month 120.06 ± 1.0470.34 ± 0.773
SecondaryNumber of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Acceptability Assessed Via Semi Structured Interviews (SSIs)

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the acceptability from the SSPs' perspective. The results for facilitators that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Acceptability Assessed Via Semi Structured Interviews (SSIs)
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Improved Patient's Quality of Life01
Injection pain management20
No commute to clinic13
SecondaryNumber of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Acceptability Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the acceptability from the SSPs' perspective. The results for barriers that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Acceptability Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Acceptability Assessed Via SSIs11
SecondaryNumber of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the appropriateness from the SSPs' perspective. The results for facilitators that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Patient characteristics12
Patient selection02
Hours of home visit11
SecondaryNumber of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the appropriateness from the SSPs' perspective. The results for barriers that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs00
SecondaryNumber of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the feasibility from the SSPs' perspective. The results for facilitators that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Facilitators for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Clinic or unit characteristics (e.g., autonomy, size, flexibility)23
Experience with the medication01
Implementation processes22
Medication storage21
Number of patients12
Nursing staff in consultation department01
Pharmacy flexibility01
Room/space characteristics11
Staff availability02
Staff characteristics (e.g., experience, qualification, motivation)68
Training10
ViiV support and materials31
SecondaryNumber of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the feasibility from the SSPs' perspective. The results for barriers that are integral to successful implementation are presented.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Number of Staff Study Participants That Discussed Barriers for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs00
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Implementation Leadership Scale (ILS) Score at Month 12

The ILS is a 12-item (facilitate implementation, obstacles, clear department standards, knowledge, ability to answer questions, awareness of concept, recognition, support employee efforts to learn, support employee efforts to use intervention, persevere(s) through the ups and downs, carries on through the challenges and reaction to criticial issues) measure that assesses SSP understanding of the degree to which leadership in their clinic/practice setting is proactive, knowledgeable, supportive, and perseverant with regards to implementing the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment in their settings. The items are measured on a five-point rating scale (1 = very great extent, 2 = great extent, 3 = moderate extent, 4 = slight extent, and 5 = not at all). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5. Higher the score means less understanding in leadership.

Time frame:
Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Change From Baseline in Implementation Leadership Scale (ILS) Score at Month 12
Scores on a scaleStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation Arm
Baseline (Month 1)2.3 ± 0.862.0 ± 0.81
Month 12-0.1 ± 1.190.2 ± 0.51
SecondaryAbsolute Values of Implementation Climate Scale (ICS) Scores at Month 1 and Month 12

The ICS is a 9 item (team's main goals, importance of implementation, top priority, workshops, treatment training, training material, staff adaptability, flexibility, openness to new intervention) measure that assesses SSPs' perceptions of their team (i.e., the people that they work with) while using the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment in their clinic/practice setting. The items were measured on a five-point rating scale (1 = very great extent, 2 = great extent, 3 = moderate extent, 4 = slight extent, and 5 = not at all). The mean score ranges from 1 to 5. Higher the score means less seriousness for implementation in staff.

Time frame:
Month 1 and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Absolute Values of Implementation Climate Scale (ICS) Scores at Month 1 and Month 12
Scores on a scaleStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation Arm
Month 12.5 ± 0.652.8 ± 0.80
Month 122.7 ± 0.722.6 ± 0.80
SecondaryNumber of Modifications Reported by SSPs Assessed Via FRAME-IS

The Framework for Reporting Adaptations and Modifications to Evidence-based interventions - Implementation Strategies (FRAME-IS) was a seven-question measure (contained both open and closed categorical questions) used to record details the modifications made to the implementation of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment procedures.

Time frame:
Month 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12
Reported as:
Number · Number of Modifications
Number of Modifications Reported by SSPs Assessed Via FRAME-IS
Number of ModificationsStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation Arm
Month 2157
Month 3102
Month 452
Month 511
Month 630
Month 740
Month 800
Month 930
Month 1000
Month 1131
Month 1201
SecondaryNumber of Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Cycles Developed During the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Calls Course

CQI were a 60 minutes calls involved working through a plan to address the identified barriers, optimize processes, and evaluate these efforts. This process of addressing barriers was guided by a series of Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) cycles. Number of PDSA cycles developed are presented.

Time frame:
Month 2 to Month 7
Reported as:
Number · Cycles
Number of Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Cycles Developed During the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Calls Course
CyclesStaff Study Participants (SSP)
Number of Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Cycles Developed During the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Calls Course23
SecondaryNumber of Participants Spending Average Time in the Clinic/Practice for Each Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The average time was categorized as: Up to 20 Minutes, Up to 40 Minutes, Up to 60 Minutes, Up to 90 Minutes, More than 90 Minutes and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Spending Average Time in the Clinic/Practice for Each Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Up to 20 Minutes71
Up to 40 Minutes134
Up to 60 Minutes99
Up to 90 Minutes48
More than 90 Minutes19
Missing8
SecondaryNumber of Participants Spending Average Time in an Exam Room Waiting for a Nurse (or Other Healthcare Provider) to Get the Injection Administered Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The average time was categorized as: Up to 10 Minutes, 11-20 Minutes, 21-30 Minutes, 31-45 Minutes, More than 45 Minutes and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Spending Average Time in an Exam Room Waiting for a Nurse (or Other Healthcare Provider) to Get the Injection Administered Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Up to 10 Minutes190
11-20 Minutes100
21-30 Minutes54
31-45 Minutes25
More than 45 Minutes5
Missing5
SecondaryNumber of Participants Rating Acceptability With the Amount of Time Spent in The Clinic/Practice for Each Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The rating of acceptability was categorized as extremely acceptable, very acceptable, somewhat acceptable, a little acceptable, not at all acceptable and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Rating Acceptability With the Amount of Time Spent in The Clinic/Practice for Each Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Extremely acceptable140
Very acceptable151
Somewhat acceptable72
A little acceptable11
Not at all acceptable0
Missing5
SecondaryNumber of Participants Rating Acceptability to Come to the Clinic/Practice Every 2 Months for the Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The rating of acceptability was categorized as extremely acceptable, very acceptable, somewhat acceptable, a little acceptable, not at all acceptable and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Rating Acceptability to Come to the Clinic/Practice Every 2 Months for the Injection Visit Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Extremely acceptable163
Very acceptable154
Somewhat acceptable51
A little acceptable6
Not at all acceptable0
Missing5
SecondaryNumber of Participants Taking Time Off From Work to Attend Appointment Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The time off responses were categorized as Whole day annual leave, Half day annual leave, Whole day sick leave, Half day sick leave, Whole day unpaid, Half day unpaid, Other, Not taken time off and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Taking Time Off From Work to Attend Appointment Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Whole day annual leave27
Half day annual leave20
Whole day sick leave5
Half day sick leave3
Whole day unpaid9
Half day unpaid20
Other64
Not taken Time Off222
Missing9
SecondaryNumber of Participants With Time it Took Them to Get to the Clinic Where They Receive HIV Treatment/Check-ups Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Up to 15 minutes, 16-30 minutes, 31-45 minutes, 46-60 minutes, More than 60 minutes, and missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Time it Took Them to Get to the Clinic Where They Receive HIV Treatment/Check-ups Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Up to 15 minutes66
16-30 minutes138
31-45 minutes87
46-60 minutes44
More than 60 minutes39
Missing5
SecondaryNumber of Participants Who Seek Additional Care From a Dependent to Attend Appointment Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Yes, No, Not Applicable and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Who Seek Additional Care From a Dependent to Attend Appointment Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Yes16
No318
Not Applicable39
Missing6
SecondaryNumber of Participants That Endorsed Type of Transportation Used to Attend Appointments

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Taxi- Transportation service, Dropped-off, Private vehicle, Bicycle/scooter/ skateboard/ walked, Public transport and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants That Endorsed Type of Transportation Used to Attend Appointments
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Taxi-Transportation service13
Dropped-off12
Private vehicle164
Bicycle/ scooter/ skateboard/ walked49
Public transport138
Missing3
SecondaryNumber of Participants Taking Time Off From Work to Recover From Any Injection Site Reaction Issue Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The time off responses were categorized as No, Yes - On the day of receiving the treatment, Yes - One day after receiving the treatment, Yes-Two days after receiving the treatment, Yes-More than two days after receiving the treatment, Not Applicable, Missing and Missing Response for 'Yes'. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question. Missing Response for 'Yes' include participants who responded 'Yes' but did not provide duration of time off.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Taking Time Off From Work to Recover From Any Injection Site Reaction Issue Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
No294
Yes, on the day of receiving the treatment45
Yes, one day after receiving the treatment9
Yes, two days after receiving the treatment7
Yes, more than two days after receiving the treatment5
Not Applicable16
Missing5
Missing response for 'Yes'2
SecondaryNumber of Participants Rating Convenience of Clinic/Practice's Procedures for Scheduling Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The convenience responses were categorized as Extremely convenient, Very convenient, Somewhat convenient, A little convenient, Not at all convenient, and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Rating Convenience of Clinic/Practice's Procedures for Scheduling Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Extremely convenient175
Very convenient154
Somewhat convenient43
A little convenient4
Not at all convenient0
Missing3
SecondaryNumber of Participants Rating Convenience of Clinic/Practice's Procedures for Rescheduling Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely convenient, Very convenient, Somewhat convenient, A little convenient, Not at all convenient, Not applicable; I did not have to reschedule and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Rating Convenience of Clinic/Practice's Procedures for Rescheduling Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Extremely convenient158
Very convenient153
Somewhat convenient25
A little convenient2
Not at all convenient0
Not applicable; I did not have to schedule39
Missing2
SecondaryNumber of Participants Rating Feelings About Getting CAB+RPV Injection Treatment Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely positive, Very positive, Somewhat positive, A little positive, Not at all positive and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Rating Feelings About Getting CAB+RPV Injection Treatment Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Extremely positive234
Very positive112
Somewhat positive23
A little positive4
Not at all positive0
Missing6
SecondaryNumber of Participants That Rated Perceived Knowledge About CAB+RPV Injection Treatment Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely knowledgeable, Very knowledgeable, Somewhat knowledgeable, A little knowledgeable, Not at all knowledgeable and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants That Rated Perceived Knowledge About CAB+RPV Injection Treatment Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Extremely knowledgeable124
Very knowledgeable188
Somewhat knowledgeable57
A little knowledgeable6
Not at all knowledgeable0
Missing4
SecondaryNumber of Participants With Appointment Reminders Received Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question.The responses were categorized as Phone calls, Text/SMS messages, Existing clinic app, E-mail, Reminder in the mail, Another reminder and I did not receive reminders. The responses are not mutually exclusive.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Appointment Reminders Received Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Phone calls80
Text/SMS messages275
Existing clinic app48
E-mail161
Reminder in the mail21
Another reminder3
I did not receive reminders14
SecondaryNumber of Participants Who Rated Helpfulness of Appointment Outside of Typical Work Times Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Extremely helpful, Very helpful, Somewhat helpful, A Little helpful, Not at all helpful and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants Who Rated Helpfulness of Appointment Outside of Typical Work Times Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Extremely helpful135
Very helpful123
Somewhat helpful50
A Little helpful38
Not at all helpful28
Missing5
SecondaryNumber of Participants That Rated Agreement in Recommending the CAB+RPV Injections to Others Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Completely agree, Agree, Neutral, Disagree, Completely disagree and Missing. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants That Rated Agreement in Recommending the CAB+RPV Injections to Others Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Completely agree283
Agree75
Neutral15
Disagree1
Completely disagree1
Missing4
SecondaryNumber of Participants With Things Tried to Reduce Soreness Following Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire

Study-specific questions were developed to gather data on the facilitators and barriers of the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment. The response options are different for each question. The responses were categorized as Take over-the-counter pain relievers, Use a hot compress, Use a cold compress, Avoid sitting for long periods of time, Light stretching and exercise, None of the above, Other and I don't get sore after my injections.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Things Tried to Reduce Soreness Following Injections Assessed Via Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Take over-the-counter pain relievers139
Use a hot compress20
Use a cold compress19
Avoid sitting for long periods of time87
Light stretching and exercise71
None of the above61
Other31
I don't get sore after my injections72
SecondaryNumber of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Acceptability Assessed Via Semi Structured Interviews (SSIs)

A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed facilitators for acceptability are presented.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Acceptability Assessed Via Semi Structured Interviews (SSIs)
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Feeling informed about CAB+RPV LA injection105
Overall positive experience with CAB+RPV LA100
Acceptable overall experience at clinic82
In-person communication with HCP76
Not thinking and/or worrying about taking medication66
Experienced injector64
Acceptable clinic hours to receive CAB+RPV LA injections51
CAB+RPV LA injection experience met expectations43
Patient travel facilitation33
CAB+RPV LA injection experience better than expected32
Staff responsiveness34
Number of visits30
Satisfaction with rescheduling process29
Distance to clinic27
Not being reminded about HIV26
Acceptable time spent in clinic25
Treatment adherence24
Gaining a sense of freedom24
Discreet treatment23
Communication with staff22
Reduced stigma due to CAB+RPV LA injection22
Reduction in injection pain20
[Patient-perspective] Medication for injection pain management19
Reduced stress or worry due to CAB+RPV LA injection19
HCP advice on pain management18
[Patient-perspective] Activities to avoid for injection pain management16
Website and/or internet15
Characteristics of HCP communication14
Written materials and brochures14
Study materials14
Time of informing13
Medication collection, storage and/or preparation12
Fewer side effects12
Time-saving approach12
[Patient-perspective] Activities to do for injection pain management11
Administration in other clinical setting11
SecondaryNumber of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Acceptability Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed barriers for acceptability are presented.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Acceptability Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Injection side effects including pain (Topic - Treatment Components Difficult for PSP)67
Injection side effects including pain (Topic-Experienced Challenges to Receive CAB+PRV LA Injection)33
CAB+RPV LA injection experience worse than expected11
Waiting time11
SecondaryNumber of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed facilitators for appropriateness are presented.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Number of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs0
SecondaryNumber of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs with barriers for appropriateness are presented.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Appropriateness Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Patient fearing or squeamish about injections22
Patients not tolerating intramuscular injection12
SecondaryNumber of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed facilitators for feasibility are presented.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs That Discussed Facilitators for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Person to contact during CARISEL study102
[Patient-perspective] Calendar, Diary, Notes and/or Reminders69
No missed appointment and/or rescheduling65
Target date explained57
Easy to contact57
Contacting clinic staff during CARISEL study52
Home administration by HCP41
No issues due to transportation and/or parking37
No challenges to receive CAB+RPV LA injection33
Not contacting clinic staff during CARISEL study31
No issues due to work28
Clinic Reminder [all types]27
Term of target date helpful25
[Patient-perspective] Setting reminders23
CAB+RPV LA administration at GP office22
CAB+RPV LA administration at nurse office and/or healthcare centers19
No issues to attend visits due to childcare or family commitments16
[Patient-perspective] Arrangements at work16
Clinic reminder: Text and/or SMS14
[Patient-perspective] Appointment scheduling strategies14
No issues due to clinic hours13
SecondaryNumber of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs

A semi-structured interview guide was developed to support the discussion surrounding experience with for the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the Acceptability, Appropriateness, Feasibility, and Sustainability from the PSPs' perspective. Results of number of PSPs that discussed barriers for feasibility are presented.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs That Discussed Barriers for Feasibility Assessed Via SSIs
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Target date not explained38
Missed appointment and/or rescheduling23
Issues due to work21
Issues due to transportation and/or parking14
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Acceptability of Intervention Measure (AIM) Score in PSPs at Month 12

AIM assesses the acceptability of an intervention (i.e., perception among stakeholders that a given treatment, service, practice, or innovation is agreeable, palatable, or satisfactory). It is a four-item (1. The CAB+RPV injection treatment meets my approval for treating my HIV, 2. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is appealing to me, 3. I like the CAB+RPV injection treatment for my HIV, 4. I welcome the CAB+RPV injection treatment for my HIV) measure with a five-point rating scale, where 1=completely disagree, 2=disagree, 3=neither agree nor disagree, 4=agree, and 5=completely agree. The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least acceptability and 5 the most acceptability.

Time frame:
Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Change From Baseline in Acceptability of Intervention Measure (AIM) Score in PSPs at Month 12
Scores on a scalePatient Study Participants
Baseline (Month 1)4.55 ± 0.666
Month 120.10 ± 0.834
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Intervention Appropriateness Measure (IAM) Score in PSPs at Month 12

IAM assesses the appropriateness of an intervention (i.e., the perceived fit, relevance, or compatibility of the innovation for a given practice setting, provider, or consumer; and the perceived fit of the innovation to address a particular issue or problem). It is a four-item (1. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is fitting for my life, 2. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is suitable for my life, 3. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is applicable to my life, 4. The CAB+RPV injection treatment is a good match for my life) measure with a five-point rating scale, where 1=completely disagree, 2=disagree, 3=neither agree nor disagree, 4=agree, and 5=completely agree. The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least appropriateness and 5 the most appropriateness.

Time frame:
Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Change From Baseline in Intervention Appropriateness Measure (IAM) Score in PSPs at Month 12
Scores on a scalePatient Study Participants
Baseline (Month 1)4.47 ± 0.762
Month 120.13 ± 0.928
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Feasibility of Intervention Measure (FIM) Score in PSPs at Month 12

The four-item (1. The CAB+RPV injection treatment seems implementable in my life 2. The CAB+RPV injection treatment every 2 months is possible for me to use 3. The CAB+RPV injection treatment every 2 months seems doable in my life 4. The CAB+RPV injection treatment every 2 months seems easy to use in my life). FIM assesses perceived intervention feasibility. The items are measured on a five-point rating scale, where 1=completely disagree, 2=disagree, 3=neither agree nor disagree, 4=agree, and 5=completely agree. The mean score ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 indicating the least feasibility and 5 the most feasibility.

Time frame:
Baseline (Month 1) and Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Change From Baseline in Feasibility of Intervention Measure (FIM) Score in PSPs at Month 12
Scores on a scalePatient Study Participants
Baseline (Month 1)4.51 ± 0.672
Month 120.07 ± 0.857
SecondaryAssociated Person Clinical Sustainability Assessment Tool (APCSAT) Average Domain Score at Month 12

The APCSAT is a 35-item measure that assesses SSP impressions of the data in their clinic. Sustainability refers to the ability to maintain and expand the CAB LA + RPV LA injection treatment and its benefits over time. SSPs were asked to rate their clinic/practice along a range of specific domains that affect sustainability, including: 'Engages Staff \& Leadership,' 'Engaging Stakeholders,' 'Monitoring and Evaluation,' 'Implementation \& Training,' 'Outcomes \& Effectiveness,' 'Workflow Integration,' and 'Organizational Readiness.' Five items were presented to SSPs in each section. The items were measured on a seven-point rating scale (1 = little to no extent to 7 = to a very great extent. Domain total was divided by the total number of items with a score to get average score.

Time frame:
Month 12
Reported as:
Mean · Scores on a scale
Associated Person Clinical Sustainability Assessment Tool (APCSAT) Average Domain Score at Month 12
Scores on a scaleStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation Arm
Engages Staff & Leadership5.57 ± 0.725.58 ± 0.49
Engaging Stakeholders5.00 ± 1.065.05 ± 0.79
Monitoring and Evaluation5.37 ± 0.165.49 ± 0.11
Implementation & Training5.62 ± 0.565.56 ± 0.43
Outcomes & Effectiveness5.39 ± 0.705.41 ± 0.69
Workflow Integration5.46 ± 0.355.23 ± 0.34
Organizational Readiness5.30 ± 0.325.05 ± 0.36
SecondaryPercentage of PSP Receiving Injections Within Target Window

The target window for participants to receive injection was from Day -7 to Day 7.

Time frame:
Day -7 to Day 7 of Month 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12
Reported as:
Number · Percentage of Participants
Percentage of PSP Receiving Injections Within Target Window
Percentage of ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Month 299
Month 493
Month 691
Month 891
Month 1094
Month 1291
SecondaryPercentage of PSPs With Plasma HIV-1 Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) Less Than (<)50 Copies Per Milliliter (c/ml)

Plasma samples were collected from the participant at specific time points.

Time frame:
Month 1, 2, 4, 8 and 12
Reported as:
Number · Percentage of Participants
Percentage of PSPs With Plasma HIV-1 Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) Less Than (<)50 Copies Per Milliliter (c/ml)
Percentage of ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Month 199 (97.0 to 99.5)
Month 296 (93.7 to 97.7)
Month 493 (90.5 to 95.4)
Month 886 (82.7 to 89.4)
Month 1287 (83.2 to 89.8)
SecondaryNumber of Participants With Confirmed Virologic Failure (CVF) Over Time

CVF was defined as rebound as indicated by two consecutive plasma HIV-1 RNA levels \>=200 c/ml.

Time frame:
Month 1, 2, 4, 8, 10 and 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants With Confirmed Virologic Failure (CVF) Over Time
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Month 10
Month 20
Month 40
Month 60
Month 80
Month 101
Month 120
SecondaryNumber of PSPs With Adverse Events (AEs) And Serious AEs (SAEs)

An adverse event (AE) is any untoward medical occurrence in a clinical study participant, temporally associated with the use of a study intervention, whether or not considered related to the study intervention. An SAE is defined as any untoward medical occurrence that, at any dose may result in death or is life-threatening or requires inpatient hospitalization or prolongation of existing hospitalization, results in persistent disability/incapacity or is a congenital anomaly/birth defect or any other situation according to medical or scientific judgment or is associated with liver injury and impaired liver function.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs With Adverse Events (AEs) And Serious AEs (SAEs)
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Any AEs420
Any SAEs15
SecondaryNumber of PSPs Discontinuing Treatment Due to AEs

An adverse event (AE) is any untoward medical occurrence in a clinical study participant, temporally associated with the use of a study intervention, whether or not considered related to the study intervention.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSPs Discontinuing Treatment Due to AEs
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Number of PSPs Discontinuing Treatment Due to AEs2
SecondaryNumber of PSP With Preference for Therapy Assessed Via Preference Questionnaire

PSPs were asked to think about their experience of using the long-acting injectable medication versus the daily oral HIV medication, and to select their preferred treatment and all the reasons that support their preference. Results are categorized as: 'long-acting injectable HIV medication', 'daily oral HIV medication', 'no preference', Missing and Erroneous. Missing include participants who did not provide a response for the question. PSPs who completed this question incorrectly (i.e., checked reasons without a ticking a leading preference or checked more than one leading preference box) were included in Erroneous.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of PSP With Preference for Therapy Assessed Via Preference Questionnaire
ParticipantsPatient Study Participants
Daily oral HIV medication2
Long-acting injectable HIV medication275
No preference0
Missing2
Erroneous100
PrimaryNumber of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Acceptability

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the acceptability from the SSPs' perspective. The results of themes that are integral to successful implementation are presented based on implementation strategies.

Time frame:
Up to 12 Months
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Acceptability
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Positive opinion about CAB+RPV LA2828
Negative opinion about CAB+RPV LA00
Ambivalent opinion about CAB+RPV LA31
Opinion about CAB+RPV LA did not change1514
Opinion about CAB+RPV LA changed911
Treatment and/or its implementation is better than expected711
Treatment and/or its implementation is worse than expected20
Implementation facilitators reported1619
Did NOT encounter resistance to using CAB+RPV LA819
ADMINISTRATION OUTSIDE CLINIC: Other clinical settings1515
ADMINISTRATION OUTSIDE CLINIC: Self-administered2023
What would do differently24
PrimaryNumber of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Appropriateness

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the appropriateness from the SSPs' perspective. The results of themes that are integral to successful implementation are presented based on implementation strategies.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Appropriateness
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
Implementation facilitators reported1619
ADMINISTRATION OUTSIDE CLINIC: Home administration by HCP2419
What would do differently24
Recommended strategies to support patient adherence2022
PrimaryNumber of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Feasibility

A semi-structured interview guide was designed to support the discussion surrounding experience with the implementation of CAB+RPV LA injection treatment. The interview guide topics were informed by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework and Proctor Outcomes to facilitate discussions on the feasibility from the SSPs' perspective. The results of themes that are integral to successful implementation are presented based on implementation strategies.

Time frame:
Up to Month 12
Reported as:
Count of participants · Participants
Number of Participants That Discussed Themes Arising Out of Qualitative Semi-structured Interviews Which Are Coded as Feasibility
ParticipantsStaff Study Participants - Standard Implementation ArmStaff Study Participants - Enhanced Implementation Arm
No changes made to accommodate clinic needs107
Changes made to accommodate clinic needs2222
Implementation facilitators reported1619
Developed supplemental materials for implementation35
Staffing and workload issues was not a challenge127
Staffing and workload issues was a challenge1814
Staffing and workload issues: How tried to/overcame this challenge710
Staffing and workload issues: Still a challenge74
Staffing and workload issues: Not a challenge at present85
Availability of rooms and designated space: Was not a challenge1915
Availability of rooms and designated space: Was a challenge137
Availability of rooms and designated space: How overcame this challenge97
Availability of rooms and designated space: Still a challenge84
Availability of rooms and designated space: Not a challenge at present43
Coordination between the clinic and pharmacy: Was not a challenge2317
Coordination between the clinic and pharmacy: Was a challenge49
Coordination between the clinic and pharmacy: How overcame this challenge36
Coordination between the clinic and pharmacy: Still a challenge33
Coordination between the clinic and pharmacy: Not a challenge at present04
Medication supply and storage: Was not a challenge1615
Medication supply and storage: Was a challenge93
Medication supply and storage: How tried to/overcame this challenge72
Medication supply and storage: Still a challenge21
Medication supply and storage: Not a challenge at present52
Being able to administer injections: Was not a challenge2417
Being able to administer injections: Was a challenge33
Being able to administer injections: How overcame this challenge13
Being able to administer injections: Still a challenge12
Being able to administer injections: Not a challenge at present21
Being able to administer injections: ViiV not supportive of CAB+RPV LA implementation05
Being able to administer injections: ViiV supportive of CAB+RPV LA implementation3123
Being able to administer injections: What would do differently24

Adverse events

Collected over Serious adverse events (SAEs), non-serious AEs and all-cause mortality were collected up to Month 26.. Non-serious events are listed at a 5% frequency threshold.

Adverse event summary by group
GroupDeathsSeriousOther
Patient Study Participants0/430 (0%)17/430 (4%)384/430 (89.3%)
Most frequent serious events
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Most frequent serious events
EventPatient Study Participants
AppendicitisInfections and infestations1/430
COVID-19Infections and infestations1/430
PeritonitisInfections and infestations1/430
Yersinia infectionInfections and infestations1/430
Abdominal painGastrointestinal disorders1/430
Appendicitis noninfectiveGastrointestinal disorders1/430
Clavicle fractureInjury, poisoning and procedural complications1/430
Subdural haematomaInjury, poisoning and procedural complications1/430
Subdural haemorrhageInjury, poisoning and procedural complications1/430
Major depressionPsychiatric disorders1/430
Most frequent other events
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Most frequent other events
EventPatient Study Participants
Injection site painGeneral disorders345/430
COVID-19Infections and infestations79/430
Injection site indurationGeneral disorders48/430
PyrexiaGeneral disorders41/430
HeadacheNervous system disorders41/430
Injection site discomfortGeneral disorders38/430
Back painMusculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders35/430
Injection site noduleGeneral disorders32/430
NasopharyngitisInfections and infestations30/430
DiarrhoeaGastrointestinal disorders30/430

Baseline characteristics

Age, Continuous
Age, Continuous(Years)Patient Study Participants
Mean44.2 ± 10.13
Sex: Female, Male
Sex: Female, Male(Participants)Patient Study Participants
Female115
Male315
Race/Ethnicity, Customized
Race/Ethnicity, Customized(Participants)Patient Study Participants
American Indian Or Alaska Native7
Asian9
Black Or African American76
White336
Multiple2
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Study locations

18 sites
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Antwerp, 2000, Belgium
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Brussels, 1000, Belgium
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Brussels, 1200, Belgium
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Ghent, 9000, Belgium
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Bordeaux, 33075, France
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Orléans, 45067, France
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Paris, 75004, France
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Paris, 75010, France
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Paris, 75018, France
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, 54511, France
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Munich, Bavaria 80337, Germany
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Frankfurt am Main, Hesse 60596, Germany
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Amsterdam, 1105 AZ, Netherlands
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Utrecht, 3584 CX, Netherlands
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Alicante, 03010, Spain
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Cartagena (Murcia), 30202, Spain
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Marbella, 29600, Spain
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Zaragoza, 50009, Spain
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References and documents

Publications

  • Jonsson-Oldenbuttel C, Ghosn J, van der Valk M, Florence E, Vera F, De Wit S, Rami A, Bonnet F, Hocqueloux L, Hove K, Ait-Khaled M, DeMoor R, Bontempo G, Latham CL, Gutner CA, Iyer S, Gill M, Czarnogorski M, D'Amico R, van Wyk J. Safety and Effectiveness From the Cabotegravir and Rilpivirine Implementation Study in European Locations Study: Phase 3b Hybrid Type III Implementation Study Integrating Cabotegravir + Rilpivirine Long-Acting Into European Clinical Settings. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2024 Aug 15;96(5):472-480. doi: 10.1097/QAI.0000000000003448. Epub 2024 Jul 9. PubMed 38985445 ↗
  • Gutner CA, Hocqueloux L, Jonsson-Oldenbuttel C, Vandekerckhove L, van Welzen BJ, Slama L, Crusells-Canales M, Sierra JO, DeMoor R, Scherzer J, Ait-Khaled M, Bontempo G, Gill M, Patel N, D'Amico R, Hove K, Baugh B, Barnes N, Hadi M, Low EL, Anand SB, Hamilton A, Garges HP, Czarnogorski M. Implementation of long-acting cabotegravir and rilpivirine: primary results from the perspective of staff study participants in the Cabotegravir And Rilpivirine Implementation Study in European Locations. J Int AIDS Soc. 2024 Jul;27(7):e26243. doi: 10.1002/jia2.26243. PubMed 38978405 ↗

Study documents

  • Study protocol · Jul 1, 2021
  • Statistical analysis plan · Dec 12, 2022

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Individual participant data

Plan to share: Yes — IPD for this study will be made available via the Clinical Study Data Request site.

Supporting information: Study protocol, Statistical analysis plan, Informed consent form, Clinical study report

Time frame: IPD will be made available within 6 months of publishing the results of the primary endpoints, key secondary endpoints and safety data of the study.

Access criteria: Access is provided after a research proposal is submitted and has received approval from the Independent Review Panel and after a Data Sharing Agreement is in place. Access is provided for an initial period of 12 months but an extension can be granted, when justified, for up to another 12 months.

Data sharing details ↗ · clinicalstudydatarequest.com

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Timeline

Tracking since Sep 25, 2026
ElapsedEstimatedEstimated, not yet reachedSimilar studies: half by the dot; the band is the middle halfHalf of similar studies reached it by the dot; the band is the middle half, from a quarter to three quarters

Ran from Sep 2020 to primary completion in Mar 2022, 17 months.

Results were first posted in May 2023, 1 year 2 months after primary completion.

Of 70 industry-sponsored phase 3 interventional studies under HIV Infections, half reached primary completion within 20 months of starting (the median), counting those still running; a quarter within 17 and three quarters within 27. This study's 17 months is below that.

Counting every sponsor, half of 124 studies reached it within 25 months; a quarter within 18 and three quarters within 38.

How these figures are worked out, and which studies are left out of them.

Registered
May 18, 2020
First posted
May 22, 2020
StartActual
Sep 28, 2020
Primary completionActual
Mar 7, 2022
CompletionActual
Mar 13, 2023
Results first posted
May 19, 2023
Last update
Apr 5, 2024
What these dates mean
Start.
When the first participant enrolled; while estimated, when the study expects to open to recruitment.
Primary completion.
When the last participant was examined or treated to collect data for the study's main question, its primary outcome. A study that stopped early gives the date its data collection stopped.
Completion.
When the last participant's last visit took place, for every outcome, secondary ones and side effects included: the end of the study. Often later than primary completion, sometimes the same day.
Actual and Est.
Actual means the registry says the date has happened. Est. (estimated) is a date the sponsor plans or expects. It can still move, and the sponsor is expected to change it to actual once it has passed.
No changes since tracking began. The registry record was last updated on Apr 5, 2024, before this site started recording changes on Sep 25, 2026. Its history is on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT04399551
Lead sponsor
ViiV Healthcare
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
May 22, 2020
Start date
Sep 28, 2020
Primary completion
Mar 7, 2022
Completion
Mar 13, 2023
Results posted
May 19, 2023
Last update
Apr 5, 2024

Study contacts

GSK Clinical Trials
study director · ViiV Healthcare

Oversight

Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
Yes
FDA-regulated device
No
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