HIV and STI Prevalence in Male Partners of Pregnant Women in Peru
Author Information
Author(s): Clark Jesse L, Konda Kelika A, Munayco Cesar V, Pún Monica, Lescano Andres G, Leon Segundo R, Pajuelo Jose, Suarez-Ognio Luis, Klausner Jeffrey D, Coates Thomas J, Cáceres Carlos F
Primary Institution: University of California, Los Angeles
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of HIV, herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), and syphilis among male sex partners of pregnant women in Peru?
Conclusion
Male partners of pregnant women in Peru have a low prevalence of HIV and syphilis but a significant prevalence of HSV-2, which poses a risk for HIV transmission.
Supporting Evidence
- HIV prevalence was 0.8%, HSV-2 was 16.0%, and syphilis was 1.6%.
- 11.0% reported a lifetime history of intercourse with men.
- 37.1% reported sexual contact with female sex workers.
Takeaway
This study looked at men who are partners of pregnant women in Peru and found that while not many had HIV or syphilis, a lot had a virus that can make HIV spread more easily.
Methodology
Survey and seroprevalence data were collected from male partners of pregnant women in four cities in Peru, with blood samples tested for STIs.
Potential Biases
The study may not fully represent the risk behaviors of men outside committed relationships, as those less committed were less likely to participate.
Limitations
Participants may have underreported risky sexual behaviors due to the presence of their partner's obstetrician during interviews.
Participant Demographics
{"age_mean":28.5,"education":"90.2% had at least some secondary school education","relationship_status":"93.0% described the pregnant woman as their primary partner"}
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001 for association of HSV-2 with HIV
Confidence Interval
{"HIV":"95% CI = 0.5–1.4%","HSV-2":"95% CI = 14.3–17.8%","syphilis":"95% CI = 1.0–2.2%"}
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