PrEP and Timed Intercourse for HIV Serodiscordant Couples

Researchers found that in 53 cases where the HIV-positive partner was virally supressed, the use of PrEP and timed intercourse was successful in achieving pregnancy at a rate of 75%. This research suggests further studies are needed in resource limited areas to determine other ways to achieve conception in resource limited settings.

 

Citation:
Vernazza PL, Graf I, Sonnenberg-Schwan U, Geit M, Meurer A. Preexposure prophylaxis and timed intercourse for HIV-discordant couples willing to conceive a child. AIDS. 2011 Oct 23;25(16):2005-8.

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