Understanding engagement in HIV care among pregnant women accessing antenatal services in Johannesburg, South Africa

Background

• South Africa implemented Option B+ in 2015 to initiate all pregnant women living with HIV on lifelong antiretroviral therapy (ART)
• Pregnancy has historically been an important portal of entry to HIV care among women living with HIV
• Early access to HIV care impacts maternal outcomes and the risk of vertical transmission of HIV
• The impact of the implementation of Option B+ on engagement in HIV care prior to pregnancy is unclear.