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SUBMITTER: Weiss SM
PROVIDER: S-EPMC4724424 | biostudies-literature | 2014 May-Jun
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Weiss Stephen M SM Peltzer Karl K Villar-Loubet Olga O Shikwane Molatelo E ME Cook Ryan R Jones Deborah L DL
Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care 20140501 3
<h4>Introduction</h4>Despite the widespread availability of prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) programs, many women in sub-Saharan Africa do not participate in PMTCT. This pilot study aimed to utilize partner participation in an intervention to support PMTCT uptake.<h4>Methods</h4>Couples (n ¼ 239) were randomized to receive either a comprehensive couples-based PMTCT intervention or the standard of care.<h4>Results</h4>Compared to the standard of care, participants receiving the ...[more]