Reducing mother-to-child transmission of HIV: findings from an early infant diagnosis program in south-south region of Nigeria

Reducing mother-to-child transmission of HIV: findings from an early infant diagnosis program in south-south region of Nigeria

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Early diagnosis of HIV in infants provides a critical opportunity to strengthen follow-up of HIV-exposed children and assure early access to antiretroviral (ARV) treatment for infected children. This study describes findings from an...

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Main Authors: Anoje Chukwuemeka, Aiyenigba Bolatito, Suzuki Chiho, Badru Titilope, Akpoigbe Kesiena, Odo Michael, Odafe Solomon, Adedokun Oluwasanmi, Torpey Kwasi, Chabikuli Otto N
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-03-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Mother-to-child transmission of HIV
early infant diagnosis
vertical transmission
breastfeeding
pediatric HIV
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/184

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