Congenital human immunodeficiency virus

This study tested whether a single HIV drug, darunavir/ritonavir, could replace the usual combination therapy in pregnant women with well-controlled HIV. The goal was to prevent mother-to-child transmission without using a class of drugs called NRTIs. 91 pregnant women already on…

This study tested a rapid fingerstick test that checks for both HIV and syphilis at the same time in pregnant women visiting prenatal clinics in Guatemala. The goal was to see if this quick, on-the-spot screening would lead to more women being diagnosed and treated during pregnan…

This trial tests whether mobile phone communication helps HIV-positive pregnant women in Kenya complete the steps that prevent passing HIV to their babies. Twenty-six health facilities are assigned to either standard care or standard care plus phone-based support for mothers, mal…

This study tested whether two short training sessions on resilience and medication adherence could improve the quality of life for 130 HIV-positive mothers and their children in China. The training focused on coping skills, stigma management, and communication. Researchers measur…