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KMID : 0882420160900020474
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Korean Journal of Medicine
2016 Volume.90 No. 2 p.474 ~ p.480
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Updates on Preventing HIV Infection
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Choi Jun-Yong
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Abstract
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There are many evidence-based methods to prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission. This review describes recent updates on the prevention of HIV infection via sexual contact, mother-to-child transmission, and occupational exposure. The use of antiretroviral therapy to prevent HIV has been a major accomplishment. Successful strategies for preventing the sexual transmission of HIV include the implementation of treatment for prevention, pre-exposure prophylaxis, and microbicides. Mother-to-child HIV transmission can be minimized by screening and administering pre-, intra-, and postpartum prophylaxis. Adherence to universal precautions and post-exposure prophylaxis are effective preventive measures for occupational exposure. The implementation of prevention strategies based on scientific evidence should decrease the spread of this epidemic.
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KEYWORD
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HIV, Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, Prevention & control
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