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Integrated point-of-care testing (POCT) of HIV, syphilis, malaria and anaemia in antenatal clinics in western Kenya: A longitudinal implementation study.

Nicole YoungMiriam TaegtmeyerGeorge AolGodfrey M BigogoPenelope A Phillips-HowardJenny HillKayla F LasersonFeiko O Ter KuileMeghna Desai
Published in: PloS one (2018)
Integrating point-of-care testing into ANC at dispensaries with established HIV testing programmes resulted in a significant increase in testing rates, without disturbing HIV testing rates. While more cases were detected and treated, treatment fidelity still requires strengthening and an integrated monitoring and evaluation system needs to be established.
Keyphrases
  • hiv testing
  • men who have sex with men
  • hiv positive
  • primary care
  • human immunodeficiency virus
  • healthcare
  • pregnant women
  • quality improvement
  • hiv infected
  • replacement therapy
  • smoking cessation
  • hiv aids