Jean Thierry Ebogo-Belobo, Sebastien Kenmoe, Chris Andre Mbongue Mikangue, Serges Tchatchouang, Lontuo-Fogang Robertine, Guy Roussel Takuissu, Juliette Laure Ndzie Ondigui, Arnol Bowo-Ngandji, Raoul Kenfack-Momo, Cyprien Kengne-Ndé, Donatien Serge Mbaga, Elisabeth Zeuko'o Menkem, Ginette Irma Kame-Ngasse, Jeannette Nina Magoudjou-Pekam, Josiane Kenfack-Zanguim, Seraphine Nkie Esemu, Paul Alain Tagnouokam-Ngoupo, Lucy Ndip, Richard Njouom
BACKGROUND: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a major public health concern, particularly in Africa where HIV rates remain substantial. Pregnant women are at an increased risk of acquiring HIV, which has a significant impact on both maternal and child health. AIM: To review summarizes HIV seroprevalence among pregnant women in Africa. It also identifies regional and clinical characteristics that contribute to study-specific estimates variation. METHODS: The study included pregnant women from any African country or region, irrespective of their symptoms, and any study design conducted in any setting...
December 9, 2023: World Journal of Critical Care Medicine