The Representation of Prevention-of-Mother-to-Child Transmission Service System in Surakarta Indonesia
Abstract: The data trend
showing the increase in number of HIV/AIDS case through perinatal transmission
in Indonesia, including Surakarta, is worrying. This qualitative study with
exploratory method took place in Surakarta on February to May, 2015. The units
of analysis in this study were recipient and provider of Prevention of
Mother-To-Child Transmission (PMTCT) service. The informants were selected
using purposive sampling. The data was collected using observation, in-depth
interview, Focus Group Discussion and documentation, and was then analyzed
using Parsons system theory. PMTCT service system in Surakarta was ineffective
because of HIV-positive womens limited knowledge and information on PMTCT,
unequal relation between provider and recipient of PMTCT service, medical
decision making pattern that is inherent to service provider, and inadequate
financial resource and supervision process. For that reason, an action plan is
required to accommodate the need of women and children in term of budget
allocation, program implementation and civil society involvement in PMTCT to
prevent and to cope with HIV/AIDS.
Keywords: HIV-infected women,
Health Personnel, PMTCT
Author: Argyo Demartoto
Journal Code: jpkesmasgg170105
