Article
Host Factors that Influence Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV-1: Genetics, Coinfections, Behavior and Nutrition
24 Nov 2011
Abstract excerpt
, intrapartum and postnatally through breastfeeding. Great progress has been made in preventing MTCT through use of antiretroviral regimens during gestation, labor/delivery and breastfeeding. The mechanisms of MTCT, however, are multifactorial and remain incompletely understood. This review focuses on select host factors affecting MTCT, in particular genetic factors, coexisting infections, behavioral factors and...