Viraemia before, during and after pregnancy in HIV ‐infected women on antiretroviral therapy in rural KwaZulu‐Natal‐South Africa, 2010‐2015

ConclusionsWhile undetectable viral load before pregnancy through postpartum was common, the UNAIDS goal to suppress viraemia in 90% of women was not met. Women on preconception ART remain vulnerable to viraemia; additional support is required to prevent mother‐to‐child HIV transmission and maintain maternal health.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Tropical Medicine and International Health - November 9, 2017 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Terusha Chetty, Marie ‐Louise Newell, Claire Thorne, Anna Coutsoudis Tags: Original Article Source Type: research