A Paradigm Shift in the Epidemiology of HIV in Pregnancy at ICTC of a Medical College.

Objectives: To study the present status and effect of paradigm shift in the epidemiology of HIV amongst pregnant women in urban set up.

Aims: The purpose of the study is to evaluate the paradigm shift in overall screening and management strategy of HIV in antenatal women for last four and half years in an urban medical college.

Methods: The study was conducted from 1st January 2004 to 30th June 2008 and all registered and unregistered pregnant women who attended ICTC clinic and also for emergency admission (unregistered) were counseled and blood samples were tested as per NACO guidelines with cafeteria choice of opt in and opt out strategy.