1. Southern African HIV Clinicians Society 2023 Guideline for post-exposure prophylaxis: Updated recommendations.
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Horak, Jaco, Venter, Willem D.F., Wattrus, Camilla, Papavarnavas, Nectarios, Howell, Pauline, Sorour, Gillian, Wallis, Carole, Gill, Katherine, Conradie, Francesca, and Bekker, Linda-Gail
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HIV seroconversion , *HEPATITIS B , *MEDICAL personnel , *HIV - Abstract
The Southern African HIV Clinicians Society has released updated recommendations for post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) in their 2023 guideline. PEP is a preventive intervention that involves administering antiretroviral therapy to an HIV-negative person who has been exposed to the virus. The guideline provides a stepwise approach to providing PEP, including prevention of exposure, initial assessment following exposure, and appropriate counseling and support. It also discusses the risk of transmission in different settings and emphasizes the importance of adherence to the full 28-day course of treatment. The document also addresses considerations for other health conditions related to exposure and provides recommendations for follow-up counseling and referral for individuals experiencing anxiety and trauma. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2023
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