Seroprevalence of Syphilis and Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care at Hawassa Zuria Woreda Public Health Facilities, Sidama, Ethiopia, 2024
Cross-sectional study reports a 3.8% seroprevalence of syphilis in pregnant women, highlighting risks associated with HIV and multiple sexual partners.
Key Points
The seroprevalence of syphilis among pregnant women was 3.8%, indicating a significant concern for public health.
Key factors associated with syphilis infection included multiple sexual partners, with an adjusted odds ratio of 3.68.
A facility-based cross-sectional study design was employed, analyzing data from 482 pregnant women attending antenatal care clinics.
The findings highlight the need for targeted health education to reduce risky behaviors associated with syphilis transmission.