Growth and Neurodevelopment Outcomes in HIV-, Tenofovir-, and Efavirenz-Exposed Breastfed Infants in the PMTCT Option B+ Program in Malawi

Abstract

Long-term exposure to EFV and TDF through breastfeeding in infants of HIV-infected mothers does not seem to result in significant growth, neurodevelopment, renal, or bone adverse outcomes. Data support safety of breastfeeding through 18 months within the Option B+ program.