PARENT TO

CHILD
TRANSMISSION

 PTCT is the transmission of

infection caused by bacteria
or virus which is transmitted
directly from mother to an
embryo, fetus or baby during
pregnancy ,child birth or
brest feeding.

COMMON INFECTION
TORCH
HIV
SYPHILUS
HEPATITIS B

ROUTES
Transplacental
During child birth
Through breast feeding

PREVENTION STATERGY
Primary prevention of infection
Preventing unintended pregnancy
Prevention of transmission of
disease
Providing appropriate treatment

INTERVENTION DURING
PREGNANCY
Primary prevention
Educating the mother
Antenatal visits
Preventing unwanted
pregnancy]safe obstetric practice

INTERVENTIION DURING
LABOUR AND DELIVERY
Minimize vaginal examination
Avoid prolonged labour
Avoid premature rupture of
membrane
Avoid unnecessary trauma during
delivery