Seroprevalence of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 in Pregnant Women
Author Information
Author(s): Rathore Shagufta, Jamwal Aditi, Gupta Vipin
Primary Institution: Government Medical College and Hospital, Jammu
Hypothesis
To determine the seroprevalence of herpes simplex type 2 (HSV-2) infection in pregnant females and assess associated risk factors.
Conclusion
The study found a low prevalence of HSV-2 seropositivity among pregnant women, highlighting a high frequency of unrecognized infections.
Supporting Evidence
- A seroprevalence of 7.5% was found in the study.
- Seropositivity was highest in women aged ≥30 years.
- Significant associations were found between seropositivity and increasing age, parity, and number of sexual partners.
Takeaway
This study looked at pregnant women to see how many had herpes simplex virus type 2, and found that many didn't even know they had it.
Methodology
200 asymptomatic pregnant women were screened for HSV-2 antibodies using an ELISA kit.
Limitations
The study was hospital-based with a small sample size and did not include male participants.
Participant Demographics
Participants were asymptomatic pregnant women aged 16 to 40, with 65% from rural areas and 65.5% illiterate.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.012
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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