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This study aims to map and analyze how the scientific literature addresses the organization and integration of care in the HIV-NCD syndemic, identifying implications for nursing and for health systems. This is a Rapid Scoping Review, using the databases PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, and LILACS. Data synthesis was conducted using Microsoft Excel. The research was structured using the PCC framework: Population\u2014people living with HIV (\u226518 years); Concept\u2014organization and integration of care in the HIV-NCD syndemic, including care models, care coordination, service integration, and the role of nursing; and Context\u2014health services and systems. Twenty-three studies were included, most of which used qualitative methodology, were conducted in sub-Saharan Africa, and had predominantly female samples. 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