review · Journal of Tropical Pediatrics

Gaps in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of syphilis: a review of reported cases, South Africa, January 2020–June 2022

Alex de Voux
Joy Ebonwu
Sithembile Dlamini‐Nqeketo
Mabore Morifi
Wellington Maruma
Modiehi Maduma
K. Sheikh
Tendesayi Kufa

20242 citationsOpen accessUniversity of the Witwatersrand

Abstract

Only 37% of CS cases had accompanying clinical information to support evaluation of the prevention cascade. Mothers with an ANC booking visit had increased syphilis screening and time before delivery to allow for adequate treatment.

Research topics

Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
Reproductive tract infections research
Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Issues

Sustainable Development Goals

3Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1093/tropej/fmae010

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