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[Fertility and HIV: equal opportunity for everyone]
Eynat Kedem1, Eduardo Shahar, Gammal Hassoun
1Department of Clinical Immunology and Allergy, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa. e_kedem@rambam.health.gov.il
Harefuah
|July 13, 2013
Summary
People living with HIV now have increased life expectancy and can access fertility treatments, enabling parenthood. Fertility treatments focus on preventing HIV transmission and addressing infertility in people with HIV.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive medicine
- Infectious disease management
- HIV research
Context:
- Advances in highly active antiretroviral treatment (HAART) have improved life expectancy for individuals with HIV.
- Enhanced viral detection methods contribute to better management of HIV.
- Societal attitudes and recognition of fundamental rights have shifted towards fertility for people with HIV.
Purpose:
- To review the impact of HIV on male and female reproductive systems.
- To outline conditions necessitating fertility interventions in people with HIV.
- To describe available fertility treatment options for individuals with HIV, including those specific to Israel.
Summary:
- Fertility treatments for people with HIV aim to prevent transmission in discordant couples and treat infertility.
- The review covers the influence of HIV on reproductive health and various assisted fertility methods.
- It details specific treatment options available in Israel for patients with viral infections, particularly HIV.
Impact:
- Empowers individuals with HIV to pursue parenthood.
- Facilitates informed decision-making regarding fertility and HIV management.
- Contributes to the comprehensive care of people living with HIV by addressing reproductive health needs.
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