Prevention of vertical transmission of HIV infection in Рerm region: problems and prospects

Objective. To analyze the measures aimed at preventing vertical transmission of HIV infection in Perm Krai for 2020–2024. Materials and methods. The method of statistical analysis of the indicators of the federal state statistical observation forms No. 2 and No. 61 in Perm Krai for 2020–2024, the accounting and reporting forms of the State Budgetary Healthcare Institution "Perm Regional Center for the Prevention and Control of AIDS and Infectious Diseases" and the Ministry of Health of Perm Krai were used. Results. The analysis of official statistics revealed that the main problems are both an inadequate coverage of antiretroviral prophylaxis and insufficient medical supervision of women during pregnancy and after the childbirth. Conclusions. Constant monitoring, improvement of communication between different levels of health care and support for women are the key factors for a successful fight against vertical transmission of HIV.