Pregnancy in HIV-Positive Patients: Effects on Vaginal Flora

• Main Authors: Cristina Vallone (Author), Giuliano Rigon (Author), Valeria Lucantoni (Author), Lorenza Putignani (Author), Fabrizio Signore (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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A high proportion of HIV-infected pregnant women present pathogenic organisms in their lower genital tract. This has been associated with the development of postpartum morbility, HIV transmission to the partner and offspring, and other gynaecological conditions, such as cervical dysplasia or cancer....