Asymptomatic Bacterial Vaginosis in Pregnancy and Missed Opportunities for Treatment: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study

• Main Authors: Nkosinathi Joyisa (Author), Dhayendre Moodley (Author), Thandeka Nkosi (Author), Raesetja Talakgale (Author), Motshedisi Sebitloane (Author), Megeshnee Naidoo (Author), Quarraisha Abdool Karim (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2019-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background. High rates of bacterial vaginosis (BV) have been described in nonpregnant South African women. Studies of BV in South African pregnant women are sparse. Diagnosis and prompt treatment of BV in pregnancy are expected to have a positive impact on pregnancy outcomes and HIV prevention. This...