A survey on herpes simplex type 2 antibody among pregnant women in Isfahan, Iran
2010
Survey on HSV-2 Antibodies in Pregnant Women
Sample size: 96
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Shahraki Azar Danesh MD, Moghim Sharareh PhD, Akbari Peyman MD
Primary Institution: Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
What is the frequency of HSV-2 infection among pregnant women in Isfahan?
Conclusion
The study found a high prevalence of HSV-2 infection among pregnant women in Isfahan, indicating a need for increased awareness and education about the infection's risks.
Supporting Evidence
- The overall prevalence of HSV-2 IgG was 42.96% among the studied pregnant women.
- HSV-2 infection is more prevalent in Isfahan than in western countries.
Takeaway
Many pregnant women in Isfahan have a virus called HSV-2, which can be harmful to babies, so it's important to teach people about it.
Methodology
Descriptive cross-sectional study using ELISA to assess HSV-2 IgG prevalence.
Participant Demographics
Pregnant women attending a gynecology clinic in Isfahan.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.03
Statistical Significance
p = 0.03
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