Prevalence of and risk factors for suicidal ideation among perinatal women with HIV infection: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI) among HIV-positive pregnant women is a complex issue influenced by multiple risk factors. By addressing these risk factors and focusing on vulnerable regions, healthcare providers and policymakers can strive to alleviate the burden of SI in this population. The objective of this systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression was to estimate the prevalence and identify risk factors for SI among HIV-positive pregnant women.

Methods

The review systematically searched PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science to identify relevant studies published until December 2024. A meta-analysis was conducted to summarize the prevalence and risk factors for SI among pregnant women with HIV infection. Sensitivity and meta-regression analysis

SUBMITTER: Shahiri S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12312271 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature