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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric infectious diseases
  • Global public health

Background:

  • HIV infection in children is now a chronic, treatable condition due to antiretroviral therapy (ART).
  • Despite advances, pediatric HIV management faces significant hurdles, particularly in resource-limited settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the persistent challenges in preventing mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV.
  • To underscore the complex lifelong health, psychosocial, and neuro-cognitive issues faced by children with HIV.
  • To advocate for a comprehensive, sustainable global response to pediatric HIV.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current challenges in pediatric HIV care.
  • Analysis of barriers to effective prevention and management.
  • Identification of long-term needs for affected children.

Main Results:

  • Mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) remains a critical issue, especially in resource-limited areas.
  • Delayed diagnosis, lack of pediatric formulations, and insufficient healthcare personnel impede care.
  • Children with HIV experience increased malnutrition, severe infections, and significant psychosocial and neuro-cognitive challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Effective pediatric HIV management requires addressing PMTCT failures and improving access to care.
  • Holistic support is essential to help children with HIV overcome lifelong treatment and developmental challenges.
  • A coordinated national and global strategy is urgently needed to improve outcomes for children with HIV.