CASE DISCUSSION
Diagnosis And Management of HIV In Pregnancy
Presented India by Dr. Maitrayee ChennuViews
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Case Description
Early and routine HIV testing during pregnancy is essential for timely diagnosis. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) reduces transmission risk, protecting the fetus. Regular monitoring ensures optimal immune health for both mother and child. Tailored ART regimens consider viral load, CD4 count, and...
Case Summary
- HIV is an RNA virus with two main types, HIV-1 and HIV-2, each having subtypes. Its structure, including reverse transcriptase, integrase, protease, and core proteins like P24, is essential for understanding drug targets. Transmission primarily occurs through sexual contact, IV drug use, and vertical transmission, though blood transmission is now rare due to screening.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Maitrayee Chennu
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Sankhya Hospitals, HyderabadDr. Maitrayee Chennu is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist associated with Sankhya Hospitals.
She specializes in women’s healthcare, including pregnancy management, gynecological disorders, and preventive reproductive care.
Her clinical interests include high-risk obstetrics, menstrual health, infertility management, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures.
She is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care focused on women’s health and wellbeing.
Through her clinical practice, she contributes to advancing quality obstetric and gynecological care in the community.
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