Management of Children With or Exposed to HIV

  • Authors: James A. McAuley, MD, MPH; Mariam Aziz, MD (More Info)
  • Associate Editor: Judith S. Currier, MD, MSc
  • Editors in Chief: Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD; Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD
  • Last Reviewed: 7/12/18 (What's New)

Summary

  • Pediatric HIV infection has distinct considerations regarding clinical and virologic manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment

  • The CDC recommends all pregnant women be screened for HIV, and a rapid HIV test should be conducted at the time of delivery if maternal HIV status is unknown (Management Guidelines)[Branson 2006]

  • Considerations for HIV-exposed infants include the following:

    Action required

    Keywords: Pediatric/Adolescent Patients, Pediatric/Adolescent Patients , Primary Care Considerations

    ©2018 Clinical Care Options, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

    The materials published via inPractice® reflect the views of the reviewers or authors of the material, not those of Clinical Care Options, LLC, the accredited provider, or the companies providing educational grants. The materials may discuss uses and dosages for therapeutic products that have not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. A qualified healthcare professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product discussed. Readers should verify all information and data before treating patients or using any therapies described in these materials.