Review
Natural conception and conception with assisted reproductive technique for male only HIV positive couples
Fang Shengzi, He Guiyuan, Shao Xiaoguang
Published 2022-07-25
Cite as Chin J Reprod Contracep, 2022, 42(7): 751-756. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn101441-20210201-00053
Abstract
With the implement of long-term effective highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), it not only significantly improves the survival expectation of HIV-infected men, but also significantly reduces the risk of sexually transmitted infections. The combination of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and precisely timed intercourse during easy pregnancy period significantly improves the prevention of HIV non-infected female partners from sexually transmitted infection, and has proved to be an effective way for male only HIV positive couples to conceive naturally. Using processed semen of HIV-infected men for assisted reproduction treatment, no female partner or children infection is found, which is the preferred treatment for male only HIV positive couples with decreased fertility. The quality of life and fertility desires of HIV infected people cannot be ignored.
Key words:
Human immunodeficiency virus; Pre-exposure prophylaxis; Reproductive technique, assited; Natural conception; Timed intercourse; Sexually transmitted infections
Contributor Information
Fang Shengzi
Dalian Municipal Women and Children's Medical Center (Group), Center for Reproductive and Genetic Medicine, Dalian 116037, China
He Guiyuan
Dalian Municipal Women and Children's Medical Center (Group), Center for Reproductive and Genetic Medicine, Dalian 116037, China
Shao Xiaoguang
Dalian Municipal Women and Children's Medical Center (Group), Center for Reproductive and Genetic Medicine, Dalian 116037, China