Patient perspective on the elimination mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B in Bali, Indonesia: a qualitative study.

Publisher: BioMed Central Country of Publication: England NLM ID: 100968562 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1471-2458 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 14712458 NLM ISO Abbreviation: BMC Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

Original Publication: London : BioMed Central, [2001-

Infectious Disease Transmission, Vertical*/prevention & control ; Qualitative Research* ; Syphilis*/transmission ; Syphilis*/psychology ; Hepatitis B*/transmission ; HIV Infections*/transmission ; HIV Infections*/psychology; Humans ; Female ; Adult ; Indonesia ; Young Adult ; Mothers/psychology ; Mothers/statistics & numerical data ; Pregnancy ; Interviews as Topic

Background: This study aimed to explore the facilitators and barriers to the elimination of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), syphilis, and hepatitis B transmission based on the perspectives of mothers living with HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B.
Methods: This study employed a descriptive, qualitative design. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with mothers living with HIV, syphilis, and/or hepatitis B virus. A total of 25 participants were included in the study. This study used a triangulation method conducted by members to enhance the validity and dependability of the findings. The study was conducted at referral hospitals and community health centers between September 2022 and February 2023. Data analysis utilized deductive content analysis and categorized themes based on a socio-ecological framework.
Results: The findings revealed facilitators and barriers across five levels of the socio-ecological framework and 21 subcategories. The findings included the following: (1) At the policy level, facilitators were mandatory testing programs, and barriers were separating testing services from antenatal care facilities. (2) At the community level, facilitators included the involvement of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and cross-sector support. Barriers included challenges faced by non-residents and fear of stigma and discrimination. (3) At the healthcare system level, facilitators included tracking and follow-up by midwives, positive relationships with healthcare providers, and satisfaction with healthcare services. Barriers included prolonged waiting times, insufficient information from healthcare providers, and administrative limitations. (4) At the interpersonal level, facilitators included partner and family support, open communication, and absence of stigma. Barriers included the reluctance of sexual partners to undergo screening. (5) At the individual level, facilitators included the desire for a healthy baby, adequate knowledge, self-acceptance, and commitment to a healthy lifestyle; barriers included the lack of administrative discipline.
Conclusion: Mothers living with HIV, syphilis, or hepatitis B require tailored healthcare approaches. Healthcare professionals must understand and meet the needs of mothers within a comprehensive care continuum. The findings of this study advocate for the development and implementation of integrated care models that are responsive to the specific challenges and preferences of affected mothers, aiming to improve health outcomes for both mothers and their children.
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Keywords: Barriers; EMTCT; Facilitators; HIV; Hepatitis B; Syphilis

Date Created: 20240820 Date Completed: 20240821 Latest Revision: 20240823

20240823

PMC11337813

10.1186/s12889-024-19692-3

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