HIV Sero_Status Outcomes and Associated Factors among Hivexposed Children at Selected Public Hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2024. Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study
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2024-06-13
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Addis Ababa University
Abstract
HIV/AIDS can impact any age group and it is the major cause of pediatric
morbidity and mortality worldwide. A substantial number of children are exposed to the virus
through vertical transmission from their HIV-positive mothers. Government programs are aimed
at eliminating new HIV infections in children. However, challenges persist in identifying and
linking all HIV-exposed infants to early infant diagnosis and care.
Objective: To assess HIV Sero_status outcomes and associated factors among HIV-exposed
children in Addis Ababa selected public hospitals 2024
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HIV exposed infant, prevention of mother_to_child transmission