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Research paper thumbnail of Self-care practice and associated factors among patients with diabetes on follow-up at Yirgalem General Hospital, Sidama, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

BMC endocrine disorders, Jul 11, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Additional file 2 of Effect of ready-to-use therapeutic foods on time to recovery among children with severe acute malnutrition in Ethiopia: a prospective cohort study

Research paper thumbnail of Cohort Profile: The Dale-Wonsho health and demographic surveillance system, Southern Ethiopia

International journal of epidemiology, Feb 1, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Self-care practice and associated factors among Diabetes Mellitus patients on follow up in Benishangul Gumuz Regional State Public Hospitals, Western Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

BMC Research Notes, 2018

Result: Out of the total 399 selected patients, 383 were participated in the study with a respons... more Result: Out of the total 399 selected patients, 383 were participated in the study with a response rate of 96%. From 383 respondents, 45.7% had poor diabetes self-care practice. Unable to read and write (AOR = 3.63, 95% CI 1.33-9.89, p = 0.011), never had a diabetic health education (AOR = 4.09, 95% CI 1.89, 8.84, p = 0.000), not having glucometer (AOR = 2.66, 95% CI 1.30, 5.46 p = 0.007), poor diabetic knowledge (AOR = 5.01, 95% CI 2.44, 10.28, p = 0.000), poor self-efficacy (AOR = 3.00, 95% CI 1.76, 5.11, p = 0.000) and not having social support (AOR = 1.84, 95% CI 1.08, 3.13, p = 0.023) were significantly associated with poor self-care practice of diabetes patients. These findings request for the need of integrated interventional management approach, which will improve the health and quality of life of the diabetes patients.

Research paper thumbnail of Time to tuberculosis development and its predictors among HIV-positive patients: A retrospective cohort study

PloS one, Feb 12, 2024

Objectives To assess the incidence and predictors of time to Tuberculosis (TB) development among ... more Objectives To assess the incidence and predictors of time to Tuberculosis (TB) development among Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive patients attending follow-up care in health facilities of Hawassa, Ethiopia. Methods We conducted a retrospective cohort study from April 1-30, 2023. A total of 422 participants were selected using a simple random sampling method. Data was collected from the medical records of patients enrolled between January 1, 2018-December 31, 2022, using the Kobo toolbox. We used Statistical Package for Social Studies (SPSS) version 26.0 for data analysis. To estimate the duration of TB-free survival, we applied the Kaplan-Meier survival function and fitted Cox proportional hazard models to identify the predictors of time to TB development. Adjusted hazard ratios (AHR) with 95% confidence intervals were calculated and statistical significance was declared at a P-value of 0.05. Results The overall incidence rate of TB among HIV-positive patients was 6.26 (95% CI: 4.79-8.17) per 100 person-years (PYs). Patients who did not complete TB Preventive Therapy (TPT) were more likely to have TB than those who did (AHR = 6.2, 95% CI: 2.34-16.34). In comparison to those who began antiretroviral therapy (ART) within a week, those who began after a week of linkage had a lower risk of TB development (AHR = 0.44, 95% CI: 0.21-0.89). Patients who received ART for six to twelve months (AHR = 0.18, 95% CI: 0.05-0.61) and for twelve months or longer (AHR = 0.004, 95% CI: 0.001-0.02) exhibited a decreased risk of TB development in comparison to those who had ART for less than six months. Conclusion The incidence of TB among HIV-positive patients is still high. To alleviate this burden, special attention should be given to regimen optimization and provision of adherence support

Research paper thumbnail of Cohort Profile: The Dale-Wonsho health and demographic surveillance system, Southern Ethiopia

Research paper thumbnail of Third delay and associated factors among women who gave birth at public health facilities of Gurage zone, southern Ethiopia

BMC Women's Health

Background The third delay is a delay in accessing emergency obstetric care timely and appropriat... more Background The third delay is a delay in accessing emergency obstetric care timely and appropriately once a woman reaches a health facility. The third delay plays a crucial role as an indicator to assess the quality of obstetrics services and is often the leading contributing factor to maternal mortality in developing countries. Although considerable research has been conducted on pre-facility delays in healthcare access, there is a lack of focus on delays experienced upon arrival at health facilities, particularly in Ethiopia and the specific study areas of Gurage zone. This study aimed to assess the magnitude of the third delay and associated factors among women who gave birth at Public Health Facilities of Gurage Zone, Southern Ethiopia. Method A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted with 558 women who gave birth at public health facilities of Gurage Zone from January 01/2020 to March 30/2020. Multi-stage stratified sampling technique was used to select the nine faci...

Research paper thumbnail of Predictors of homebirth amidst COVID-19 pandemic among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region, Ethiopia: A case control study

PLOS ONE

Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mo... more Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mortality. Despite this, home deliveries account for a considerable share of deliveries in developing nations such as Ethiopia. Evidence on factors that affect homebirth is required for the measures needed to overcome these conditions. Objective To identify predictors of homebirth among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region. Methods Unmatched case-control study was conducted from May to June 2021 among 308 mothers (102 cases and 206 controls) who recently delivered and visited either postnatal care or sought immunization service at public health facilities of Wondo Genet. A structured interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Epi-Data version 3.1 was used for data entry, and the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20 was used for data analysis. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to identi...

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of ready-to-use therapeutic foods on time to recovery among children with severe acute malnutrition in Ethiopia: a prospective cohort study

BMC Pediatrics

Background The therapeutic feeding unit (TFU) provides comprehensive inpatient clinical care for ... more Background The therapeutic feeding unit (TFU) provides comprehensive inpatient clinical care for children suffering from severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in three stages: stabilization, transition, and rehabilitation. During the transitional and rehabilitation phases, children receive either F-100 or ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF). Although both promote weight gain, RUTF is more energy dense than F-100. There is limited and contrasting evidence regarding their effect on recovery time. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the effect of RUTF on time to recovery among SAM children aged 6–59 months admitted to the TFU in Ethiopia. Methods Health Facility-based prospective cohort study was conducted among 476 children treated in three hospitals and four health centers in the Sidama region from September 2021 to January 2022. A structured questionnaire adopted from the Ethiopian national protocol for the management of SAM was used for data collection. Data were entered into EpiData ...

Research paper thumbnail of Predictors of homebirth amidst COVID-19 pandemic among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region, Ethiopia: A case control study

Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mo... more Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mortality. Despite this, home deliveries account for a considerable share of deliveries in developing nations such as Ethiopia. Evidence on factors that affect homebirth is required for the measures needed to overcome these conditions. Objective To identify predictors of homebirth among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region.

Research paper thumbnail of Suicidality and homelessness: prevalence and associated factors of suicidal behaviour among homeless young adults in Southern Ethiopia

BMC Psychology, Apr 18, 2023

Background Research indicates that homelessness is associated with an increased risk of suicide. ... more Background Research indicates that homelessness is associated with an increased risk of suicide. While street homelessness is a global problem, it is a disproportionately serious concern in low-and middle-income countries such as Ethiopia. Despite their high risk of suicidal thoughts and attempts, there has been limited research on this subject among homeless young people in Ethiopia. Therefore, we assessed the prevalence and factors contributing to suicidal behaviour among homeless young people in the southern region of this country. Methods We conducted a community-based cross-sectional study from 15 June to 15 August 2020 involving 798 homeless young adults in four southern Ethiopian towns and cities. The Suicide Behaviour Questionnaire-Revised (SBQ-R) was used to assess suicidal behaviour. Data were coded and entered into Epi-Data version 7 and analysed using SPSS version 20. We conducted a multivariable logistic regression analysis to identify factors associated with suicidal behaviour. Variables with a p-value of < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. An adjusted odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval was determined to indicate the association's strength. Results The overall prevalence of suicidal behaviour among young homeless individuals was 38.2% (95% CI: 34.8%, 41.5%). The lifetime prevalence of suicidal ideation, planning and attempt was 10.7% (95% CI: 8.6-12.9%), 5.1% (95% CI: 3.6-6.6%) and 3% (95% CI: 1.9-4.3%), respectively. A longer duration of homelessness (1-2 years) (AOR = 2.244, 95% CI: 1.447-3.481), stressful life events (AOR = 1.655, 95% CI: 1.132-2.418) and the stigma associated with homelessness (AOR = 1.629, 95% CI: 1.149-1.505) were significantly associated with suicidal behaviour. Conclusion The results of our study indicate that suicide is a serious public health problem among homeless young people in southern Ethiopia. We have found associations between suicidal behaviour and stressful events, homelessness lasting for one to two years and stigma. Our study suggests that policymakers and programme planners need to develop a strategy for preventing, detecting and managing suicidal behaviour among street

Research paper thumbnail of Sexual and reproductive health service utilization of young girls in rural Ethiopia: What are the roles of health extension workers? Community-based cross-sectional study

BMJ Open

ObjectiveLittle is known about the extent to which Health Extension Programme (HEP) has played it... more ObjectiveLittle is known about the extent to which Health Extension Programme (HEP) has played its role to increase service uptake among young girls. This study aims to estimate the status of young girls’ sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services utilisation in rural Ethiopia and to examine the role of health extension workers (HEWs) in this regard.DesignA cross-sectional study.SettingA community-based study among all nine regions of Ethiopia.ParticipantsNine hundred and two young girls aged 15–24 years were included in this study.MethodWe used data from the national HEP assessment, collected from March to May 2019. Multilevel binary logistic regression was used to investigate the association between exposure to HEP and SRH services utilisation of young girls and we reported an adjusted OR with a corresponding 95% CI as measure of the degree of associations.ResultOnly 19.18% (95% CI 16.74% to 21.89%) of young girls used SRH services with significant regional variability (intracl...

Research paper thumbnail of The Greek Junta and the International System

Research paper thumbnail of Knowledge, practice, and impact of COVID-19 on mental health among patients with chronic health conditions at selected hospitals of Sidama regional state, Ethiopia

PLOS ONE

Background COVID-19 causes worse outcomes and a higher mortality rate in adults with chronic medi... more Background COVID-19 causes worse outcomes and a higher mortality rate in adults with chronic medical conditions. In addition, the pandemic is influencing mental health and causing psychological distress in people with chronic medical illnesses. Objective To assess the knowledge, practice, and impact of COVID-19 on mental health among chronic disease patients at selected hospitals in Sidama regional state. Method A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted. A total of 422 study subjects were enrolled in the study using a two-stage sampling technique. Data were coded and entered using Epi Data version 3.1 and exported to SPSS-20 for analysis. Descriptive analysis was used to present the data using tables and figures. Bivariate and multivariate logistic analyses were used to identify factors associated with the initiation of preventive behavior of COVID-19. Variables with a P-value of less than 0.25 in bivariate analysis were considered as candidate variables for multivariable...

Research paper thumbnail of Treatment Outcomes and Predictors of Recovery from Severe Acute Malnutrition Among Children Aged 6–59 Months Attending an Outpatient Therapeutic Program in Wenago District, Southern Ethiopia

Background: The outpatient therapeutic program (OTP) of children with severe acute malnutrition (... more Background: The outpatient therapeutic program (OTP) of children with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) brought the treatment approach closer to the community. In spite of the high coverage and accessibility, a low recovery rate of OTP is often reported. Thus, the aim of this study was to assess the treatment outcomes and identify predictors of recovery among children aged 6-59 months with SAM enrolled to OTP in Wenago district, Southern Ethiopia. Methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted by assessing health records and interviewing mothers of 554 children, who were treated between July 2017 and February 2018. A single stage cluster sampling was used to enroll the study participants. The data were coded and entered into EpiData version 3.1, and analyzed by SPSS version 20. Binary logistic regression was used to identify predictors of recovery. All statistical tests in this study were declared significant at P<0.05. Results: The recovery, average weight gain rate and length of stay were 70.4%, 3.9 g/kg/day and 6.67 weeks, respectively. The adjusted odds ratios to recovery of children who were treated with amoxicillin, born from a mother whose age at first marriage was >18 years, from a food secured household and had access to safe water sources were (AOR=3.

Research paper thumbnail of Self-care practice and associated factors among patients with diabetes on follow-up at Yirgalem General Hospital, Sidama, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

BMC endocrine disorders, Jul 11, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Additional file 2 of Effect of ready-to-use therapeutic foods on time to recovery among children with severe acute malnutrition in Ethiopia: a prospective cohort study

Research paper thumbnail of Cohort Profile: The Dale-Wonsho health and demographic surveillance system, Southern Ethiopia

International journal of epidemiology, Feb 1, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Self-care practice and associated factors among Diabetes Mellitus patients on follow up in Benishangul Gumuz Regional State Public Hospitals, Western Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

BMC Research Notes, 2018

Result: Out of the total 399 selected patients, 383 were participated in the study with a respons... more Result: Out of the total 399 selected patients, 383 were participated in the study with a response rate of 96%. From 383 respondents, 45.7% had poor diabetes self-care practice. Unable to read and write (AOR = 3.63, 95% CI 1.33-9.89, p = 0.011), never had a diabetic health education (AOR = 4.09, 95% CI 1.89, 8.84, p = 0.000), not having glucometer (AOR = 2.66, 95% CI 1.30, 5.46 p = 0.007), poor diabetic knowledge (AOR = 5.01, 95% CI 2.44, 10.28, p = 0.000), poor self-efficacy (AOR = 3.00, 95% CI 1.76, 5.11, p = 0.000) and not having social support (AOR = 1.84, 95% CI 1.08, 3.13, p = 0.023) were significantly associated with poor self-care practice of diabetes patients. These findings request for the need of integrated interventional management approach, which will improve the health and quality of life of the diabetes patients.

Research paper thumbnail of Time to tuberculosis development and its predictors among HIV-positive patients: A retrospective cohort study

PloS one, Feb 12, 2024

Objectives To assess the incidence and predictors of time to Tuberculosis (TB) development among ... more Objectives To assess the incidence and predictors of time to Tuberculosis (TB) development among Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive patients attending follow-up care in health facilities of Hawassa, Ethiopia. Methods We conducted a retrospective cohort study from April 1-30, 2023. A total of 422 participants were selected using a simple random sampling method. Data was collected from the medical records of patients enrolled between January 1, 2018-December 31, 2022, using the Kobo toolbox. We used Statistical Package for Social Studies (SPSS) version 26.0 for data analysis. To estimate the duration of TB-free survival, we applied the Kaplan-Meier survival function and fitted Cox proportional hazard models to identify the predictors of time to TB development. Adjusted hazard ratios (AHR) with 95% confidence intervals were calculated and statistical significance was declared at a P-value of 0.05. Results The overall incidence rate of TB among HIV-positive patients was 6.26 (95% CI: 4.79-8.17) per 100 person-years (PYs). Patients who did not complete TB Preventive Therapy (TPT) were more likely to have TB than those who did (AHR = 6.2, 95% CI: 2.34-16.34). In comparison to those who began antiretroviral therapy (ART) within a week, those who began after a week of linkage had a lower risk of TB development (AHR = 0.44, 95% CI: 0.21-0.89). Patients who received ART for six to twelve months (AHR = 0.18, 95% CI: 0.05-0.61) and for twelve months or longer (AHR = 0.004, 95% CI: 0.001-0.02) exhibited a decreased risk of TB development in comparison to those who had ART for less than six months. Conclusion The incidence of TB among HIV-positive patients is still high. To alleviate this burden, special attention should be given to regimen optimization and provision of adherence support

Research paper thumbnail of Cohort Profile: The Dale-Wonsho health and demographic surveillance system, Southern Ethiopia

Research paper thumbnail of Third delay and associated factors among women who gave birth at public health facilities of Gurage zone, southern Ethiopia

BMC Women's Health

Background The third delay is a delay in accessing emergency obstetric care timely and appropriat... more Background The third delay is a delay in accessing emergency obstetric care timely and appropriately once a woman reaches a health facility. The third delay plays a crucial role as an indicator to assess the quality of obstetrics services and is often the leading contributing factor to maternal mortality in developing countries. Although considerable research has been conducted on pre-facility delays in healthcare access, there is a lack of focus on delays experienced upon arrival at health facilities, particularly in Ethiopia and the specific study areas of Gurage zone. This study aimed to assess the magnitude of the third delay and associated factors among women who gave birth at Public Health Facilities of Gurage Zone, Southern Ethiopia. Method A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted with 558 women who gave birth at public health facilities of Gurage Zone from January 01/2020 to March 30/2020. Multi-stage stratified sampling technique was used to select the nine faci...

Research paper thumbnail of Predictors of homebirth amidst COVID-19 pandemic among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region, Ethiopia: A case control study

PLOS ONE

Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mo... more Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mortality. Despite this, home deliveries account for a considerable share of deliveries in developing nations such as Ethiopia. Evidence on factors that affect homebirth is required for the measures needed to overcome these conditions. Objective To identify predictors of homebirth among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region. Methods Unmatched case-control study was conducted from May to June 2021 among 308 mothers (102 cases and 206 controls) who recently delivered and visited either postnatal care or sought immunization service at public health facilities of Wondo Genet. A structured interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Epi-Data version 3.1 was used for data entry, and the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20 was used for data analysis. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to identi...

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of ready-to-use therapeutic foods on time to recovery among children with severe acute malnutrition in Ethiopia: a prospective cohort study

BMC Pediatrics

Background The therapeutic feeding unit (TFU) provides comprehensive inpatient clinical care for ... more Background The therapeutic feeding unit (TFU) provides comprehensive inpatient clinical care for children suffering from severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in three stages: stabilization, transition, and rehabilitation. During the transitional and rehabilitation phases, children receive either F-100 or ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF). Although both promote weight gain, RUTF is more energy dense than F-100. There is limited and contrasting evidence regarding their effect on recovery time. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the effect of RUTF on time to recovery among SAM children aged 6–59 months admitted to the TFU in Ethiopia. Methods Health Facility-based prospective cohort study was conducted among 476 children treated in three hospitals and four health centers in the Sidama region from September 2021 to January 2022. A structured questionnaire adopted from the Ethiopian national protocol for the management of SAM was used for data collection. Data were entered into EpiData ...

Research paper thumbnail of Predictors of homebirth amidst COVID-19 pandemic among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region, Ethiopia: A case control study

Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mo... more Background In developing countries, home delivery increases the risk of maternal and perinatal mortality. Despite this, home deliveries account for a considerable share of deliveries in developing nations such as Ethiopia. Evidence on factors that affect homebirth is required for the measures needed to overcome these conditions. Objective To identify predictors of homebirth among women attending health facilities in Wondo Genet, Sidama Region.

Research paper thumbnail of Suicidality and homelessness: prevalence and associated factors of suicidal behaviour among homeless young adults in Southern Ethiopia

BMC Psychology, Apr 18, 2023

Background Research indicates that homelessness is associated with an increased risk of suicide. ... more Background Research indicates that homelessness is associated with an increased risk of suicide. While street homelessness is a global problem, it is a disproportionately serious concern in low-and middle-income countries such as Ethiopia. Despite their high risk of suicidal thoughts and attempts, there has been limited research on this subject among homeless young people in Ethiopia. Therefore, we assessed the prevalence and factors contributing to suicidal behaviour among homeless young people in the southern region of this country. Methods We conducted a community-based cross-sectional study from 15 June to 15 August 2020 involving 798 homeless young adults in four southern Ethiopian towns and cities. The Suicide Behaviour Questionnaire-Revised (SBQ-R) was used to assess suicidal behaviour. Data were coded and entered into Epi-Data version 7 and analysed using SPSS version 20. We conducted a multivariable logistic regression analysis to identify factors associated with suicidal behaviour. Variables with a p-value of < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. An adjusted odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval was determined to indicate the association's strength. Results The overall prevalence of suicidal behaviour among young homeless individuals was 38.2% (95% CI: 34.8%, 41.5%). The lifetime prevalence of suicidal ideation, planning and attempt was 10.7% (95% CI: 8.6-12.9%), 5.1% (95% CI: 3.6-6.6%) and 3% (95% CI: 1.9-4.3%), respectively. A longer duration of homelessness (1-2 years) (AOR = 2.244, 95% CI: 1.447-3.481), stressful life events (AOR = 1.655, 95% CI: 1.132-2.418) and the stigma associated with homelessness (AOR = 1.629, 95% CI: 1.149-1.505) were significantly associated with suicidal behaviour. Conclusion The results of our study indicate that suicide is a serious public health problem among homeless young people in southern Ethiopia. We have found associations between suicidal behaviour and stressful events, homelessness lasting for one to two years and stigma. Our study suggests that policymakers and programme planners need to develop a strategy for preventing, detecting and managing suicidal behaviour among street

Research paper thumbnail of Sexual and reproductive health service utilization of young girls in rural Ethiopia: What are the roles of health extension workers? Community-based cross-sectional study

BMJ Open

ObjectiveLittle is known about the extent to which Health Extension Programme (HEP) has played it... more ObjectiveLittle is known about the extent to which Health Extension Programme (HEP) has played its role to increase service uptake among young girls. This study aims to estimate the status of young girls’ sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services utilisation in rural Ethiopia and to examine the role of health extension workers (HEWs) in this regard.DesignA cross-sectional study.SettingA community-based study among all nine regions of Ethiopia.ParticipantsNine hundred and two young girls aged 15–24 years were included in this study.MethodWe used data from the national HEP assessment, collected from March to May 2019. Multilevel binary logistic regression was used to investigate the association between exposure to HEP and SRH services utilisation of young girls and we reported an adjusted OR with a corresponding 95% CI as measure of the degree of associations.ResultOnly 19.18% (95% CI 16.74% to 21.89%) of young girls used SRH services with significant regional variability (intracl...

Research paper thumbnail of The Greek Junta and the International System

Research paper thumbnail of Knowledge, practice, and impact of COVID-19 on mental health among patients with chronic health conditions at selected hospitals of Sidama regional state, Ethiopia

PLOS ONE

Background COVID-19 causes worse outcomes and a higher mortality rate in adults with chronic medi... more Background COVID-19 causes worse outcomes and a higher mortality rate in adults with chronic medical conditions. In addition, the pandemic is influencing mental health and causing psychological distress in people with chronic medical illnesses. Objective To assess the knowledge, practice, and impact of COVID-19 on mental health among chronic disease patients at selected hospitals in Sidama regional state. Method A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted. A total of 422 study subjects were enrolled in the study using a two-stage sampling technique. Data were coded and entered using Epi Data version 3.1 and exported to SPSS-20 for analysis. Descriptive analysis was used to present the data using tables and figures. Bivariate and multivariate logistic analyses were used to identify factors associated with the initiation of preventive behavior of COVID-19. Variables with a P-value of less than 0.25 in bivariate analysis were considered as candidate variables for multivariable...

Research paper thumbnail of Treatment Outcomes and Predictors of Recovery from Severe Acute Malnutrition Among Children Aged 6–59 Months Attending an Outpatient Therapeutic Program in Wenago District, Southern Ethiopia

Background: The outpatient therapeutic program (OTP) of children with severe acute malnutrition (... more Background: The outpatient therapeutic program (OTP) of children with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) brought the treatment approach closer to the community. In spite of the high coverage and accessibility, a low recovery rate of OTP is often reported. Thus, the aim of this study was to assess the treatment outcomes and identify predictors of recovery among children aged 6-59 months with SAM enrolled to OTP in Wenago district, Southern Ethiopia. Methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted by assessing health records and interviewing mothers of 554 children, who were treated between July 2017 and February 2018. A single stage cluster sampling was used to enroll the study participants. The data were coded and entered into EpiData version 3.1, and analyzed by SPSS version 20. Binary logistic regression was used to identify predictors of recovery. All statistical tests in this study were declared significant at P<0.05. Results: The recovery, average weight gain rate and length of stay were 70.4%, 3.9 g/kg/day and 6.67 weeks, respectively. The adjusted odds ratios to recovery of children who were treated with amoxicillin, born from a mother whose age at first marriage was >18 years, from a food secured household and had access to safe water sources were (AOR=3.