Synthesis of end-user research to inform future multipurpose prevention technologies in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Women in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) experience disproportionately high rates of HIV infection and unintended pregnancy compared to their age-matched counterparts in other regions of the world. Multipurpose prevention technologies (MPTs) that offer protection against HIV and unintended pregnancy in a single product stand to address these dual sexual and reproductive health needs simultaneously. The aim of this scoping review is to identify factors that are important for optimizing the likelihood of MPT adoption by end users in SSA.

Methods

Study inclusion criteria included MPT research (HIV and pregnancy prevention dual indication) published or presented in English from 2000 to 2022 and conducted in SSA amongst end-users (women aged 15–44), male partners, health

SUBMITTER: Bhushan N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10264572 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature