Evaluation of HIV-positive pregnancy in a tertiary-care referral hospital
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 12
Abstract
Background: Mother-to-child transmission is the most significant source of infection in children younger than 15 years of age, which can be prevented through an effective package of prevention of parent-to-child transmission (PPTCT) services integrated with the existing reproductive and child health services. Objective: To determine the seroprevalence and maternal and fetal outcomes in HIV-positive pregnancy. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, NSCB Medical College and Hospital, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India, from the period of August 1, 2010, to October 31, 2011. All pregnant women who attended antenatal clinic and who came directly to labor ward were counseled for HIV testing. Informed written consent was obtained. The blood samples were collected and tested as per WHO and National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) guidelines. Spouses were counseled and tested. Babies were followed up till 18 months for HIV testing. Result: Of the 5,332 antenatal registrations, 4,851 (91%) of them were counseled.
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Archana G Singh, Arvind Lele, Priti Verma
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