Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Jan 2005)

Breast Milk Pasteurisation in Developed Countries to Reduce HIV Transmission. Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?

  • A. Mijch,
  • M. Giles

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/10647440500097627
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 13, no. 4
pp. 237 – 240

Abstract

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Background. Transmission of HIV through breastfeeding is well documented. The World Health Organisation advise HIVinfected women in developed countries to use alternatives to breastfeeding together with highly active antiretroviral therapy and optimal management of delivery to prevent transmission of HIV to their infant.