Improving HIV care for pregnant women
Adaptation, execution, and evaluation of a differentiated service delivery model for PMTCT
This study is all about finding better ways to support pregnant women with HIV by creating a care plan that fits their needs, helping them stay in treatment and manage their health during and after pregnancy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11059903 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing care for pregnant women living with HIV by adapting a service delivery model that meets their specific needs. It aims to improve retention in care and viral suppression rates by understanding patient preferences and tailoring services accordingly. The approach involves evaluating how different factors influence women's experiences and choices regarding HIV treatment during and after pregnancy. By implementing a differentiated service delivery model, the research seeks to provide more effective support for women in resource-limited settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women living with HIV, particularly those in Eastern and Southern Africa.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have HIV may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health outcomes for pregnant women living with HIV and reduce the risk of mother-to-child transmission.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that differentiated service delivery models can improve health outcomes for people living with HIV, indicating potential success for this approach in the context of PMTCT.
Where this research is happening
Indianapolis, United States
- Indiana University Indianapolis — Indianapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Humphrey, John M — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Humphrey, John M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.