Sexually transmitted infections among HIV seropositive men and women.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Recently marketed nucleic acid amplification tests (NAAT) for the detection of Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) have improved specificity over previous generation assays. A study to assess the necessity for confirmation of Roche cobas 4800 NG positive samples was undertaken by the Public Health Wales Microbiology ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Perry MD,Jones RN,Corden SA

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Although rapid screening and treatment programmes have been recently implemented to tackle STIs, testing Mycoplasma genitalium (MG) among asymptomatic populations is not currently recommended due to the lack of scientific evidence and the emergence of antibiotic resistance. The main objective of this study w...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Fernández-Huerta M,Barberá MJ,Esperalba J,Fernandez-Naval C,Vall-Mayans M,Arando M,Serra-Pladevall J,Broto C,Zarzuela F,Rando A,Pumarola T,Espasa M

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore ideas of truck drivers and villagers from rural Tanzania about heterosexual anal sex (HAS) and the associated health risks. METHODS:Qualitative study using 8 in-depth interviews (IDIs) and 2 focus group discussions (FGDs) with truck drivers and 16 IDIs and 4 FGDs with villagers from the Morogoro r...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Mtenga S,Shamba D,Wamoyi J,Kakoko D,Haafkens J,Mongi A,Kapiga S,Geubbels E

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the prevalence of HIV and associated risk factors among female sex workers (FSWs) in border provinces of Vietnam. METHODS:911 FSWs in five border provinces of Vietnam (Lai Chau, Quang Tri, Dong Thap, An Giang, and Kien Giang) were enrolled in a cross sectional study. Subjects were interviewed u...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Thuong NV,Nhung VT,Nghia KV,Tram LT,O'Farrell N

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Azithromycin 1 g immediately and doxycycline 100 mg twice daily have good antimicrobial activity against Chlamydia trachomatis and treatment studies have demonstrated a >95% microbiological cure at 2-5 weeks, with antimicrobial resistance being rarely reported. Recently an 8% (95%, CI 5% to 11%) failure rate was obser...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Horner P

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Biologically false positive (BFP) reactions are well described in early literature. However, only a few recent reports described the incidence and clinical characteristics of patients with BFP reactions. We reviewed the serological test results of patients tested for syphilis in our hospital in the past deca...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Ishihara Y,Okamoto K,Shimosaka H,Ono Y,Kanno Y,Ikeda M,Harada S,Kurano M,Okugawa S,Moriya K,Yatomi Y

更新日期：2020-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:There is a dearth of published information on the characteristics of sex workers in Pakistan. This study sought to characterise and compare hijra and non-hijra sex workers from eight large cities in Pakistan. DESIGN:χ(2) and Kruskal-Wallis tests, and multivariable logistic regression were used where appropr...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Shaw SY,Emmanuel F,Adrien A,Holte-McKenzie M,Archibald CP,Sandstrom P,Blanchard JF

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The health economic concepts of dominance were reviewed on the basis of two recently published cost-effectiveness analyses on screening for asymptomatic Chlamydia trachomatis, one in this journal. On the basis of dominance, some strategies may be deleted from the set options from which to choose. The two investigated ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Postma MJ,de Vries R,Welte R,Edmunds WJ

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The authors estimate the prevalence of HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and herpes simplex virus type-2 (HSV-2) infection and correlates of HBV and HSV-2 infection among truck drivers crossing the southern Brazilian border at Foz do Iguaçu. METHODS:Between October 2003 and March 2005, 1945 truck drive...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Pinho AA,Chinaglia M,Lippman SA,Reingold A,Diaz RS,Sucupira MC,Page K,Díaz J

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To ascertain the prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis and investigate associations between trichomoniasis, endometritis and sequelae among women with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). METHODS:We assessed the prevalence of trichomoniasis identified via wet mount and its association with histologically confirm...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Wiringa AE,Ness RB,Darville T,Beigi RH,Haggerty CL

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Almost half of all new HIV infections in Thailand occur among low-risk partners of people infected with HIV, so it is important to include people infected with HIV in prevention efforts. METHODS:Risk for HIV transmission was assessed among people with HIV attending routine care at the National Infectious Di...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Tunthanathip P,Lolekha R,Bollen LJ,Chaovavanich A,Siangphoe U,Nandavisai C,Suksripanich O,Sirivongrangson P,Wiratchai A,Inthong Y,Eampokalap B,Ausavapipit J,Akarasewi P,Fox KK

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Serological testing for herpes simplex virus (HSV) type 2 in persons without a history of genital herpes is not recommended, partly because of concerns that an HSV-2 diagnosis would lead to negative psychosocial sequelae. This review aimed to examine the evidence regarding the psychosocial effects of HSV-2 s...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Ross K,Johnston C,Wald A

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore the feasibility and acceptability of self-sampling for oropharyngeal and rectal specimens to screen for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among men who have sex with men (MSM). Participant's willingness to self-sample at home was also explored. METHODS:Participants of a study to evaluate the...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Wayal S,Llewellyn C,Smith H,Hankins M,Phillips A,Richardson D,Fisher M,Home Sampling Kit Project Steering Group.

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To ascertain recommendations for the treatment of gonorrhoea in the WHO Western Pacific Region (WPR) following the emergence of "cephalosporin-resistant" Neisseria gonorrhoeae and to relate these to clinical and laboratory measures directed towards disease and antibiotic resistance control. WHO WPR Gonococcal Antimicr...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Tapsall JW

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the epidemiology of type specific recurrent genital herpes, and to compare the duration of recurrent genital lesions caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) types 1 and 2. METHODS:Participants were enrolled at clinics across the United States. Adults suspected of having active genital herpes were e...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Solomon L,Cannon MJ,Reyes M,Graber JM,Wetherall NT,Reeves WC,Task Force on Herpes Simplex Virus Resistance.

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) incidence over four periods to age 38 in a birth cohort, and to compare risks for men and women, taking into account sexual behaviour. METHODS:At ages 21, 26, 32 and 38, participants in the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study were invited to ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Dickson N,Righarts A,van Roode T,Paul C,Taylor J,Cunningham AL

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Qualitative research suggests that young women's relationships with the biological fathers of their children (BFRs), known colloquially as 'baby daddy' relationships, enable risk for pregnancy and STI/HIV. Our study compared partner characteristics and sexual risk within dyads based on BFR, among a sample of...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Decker MR,Chung SE,Ellen JM,Sherman SG

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine trends and correlates of chlamydia positivity among young heterosexuals attending Australian sexual health services and to compare these with population-based notification data. METHODS:Data from 18 sexual health services and the national notification scheme were analysed. A χ2 test assessed tr...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Ali H,Guy RJ,Fairley CK,Wand H,Chen MY,Dickson B,O'Connor CC,Marshall L,Grulich AE,Kaldor JM,Hellard ME,Donovan B,ACCESS Collaboration.

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine feasibility, validity, and cost effectiveness of the syndromic approach to male patients with urethral discharge in Bandung, Indonesia. METHODS:The WHO algorithm on urethral discharge with no microscopy available was evaluated. Patients presented with a complaint of urethral discharge and if dis...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Djajakusumah T,Sudigdoadi S,Keersmaekers K,Meheus A

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine the feasibility of non-occupational postexposure prophylaxis (nPEP) as a national strategy for HIV prevention in China, we investigated nPEP usage and related sociodemographic and behavioural factors among five key populations at high risk of contracting HIV. METHODS:We conducted a cross-sectiona...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Li H,Wei R,Piqueiras E,Chow EPF,Jiao K,Lewis T,Ma W

更新日期：2021-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify the changes in sexual behaviour that led to the dramatic reduction in the prevalence of HIV in Uganda in the early 1990s. METHODS:Seven different types of evidence were examined: (1) models of HIV prevalence and incidence in Kampala and other sentinel sites in Uganda; (2) reports of behaviour ch...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Kirby D

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe an exercise, the structure and content of which assists medical students to conduct potentially embarrassing conversations concerning sexual health which require expression of empathy, to integrate previous learning, to identify their further learning needs, and to develop and test strategies to m...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Henderson P,Johnson MH

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the characteristics of a self-selected, convenience sample of men who have sex with men (MSM) recruited through the internet with MSM drawn from a national probability survey in Great Britain. METHODS:The internet sample (n = 2065) was recruited through two popular websites for homosexual men in ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Evans AR,Wiggins RD,Mercer CH,Bolding GJ,Elford J

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Three decades into the HIV epidemic and with the advancement of HIV treatments, condom and non-condom-based anal intercourse among gay men in resource-rich countries needs to be re-assessed. METHODS:The proportions of men engaging in a range of anal intercourse practices were estimated from the ongoing cross...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Mao L,Kippax SC,Holt M,Prestage GP,Zablotska IB,de Wit JB

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the level of awareness of genital chlamydial infection, and level of knowledge related to this infection, in genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinic attenders. METHODS:500 consecutive patients attending a GUM clinic for the first time during a 3 month study period were invited to complete an anonym...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Kellock DJ,Piercy H,Rogstad KE

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the feasibility and utility of sentinel laboratory surveillance of HIV testing as a tool for understanding patterns and trends in HIV testing in a range of healthcare services. METHODS:Data on all anti-HIV antibody tests carried out by the Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust laboratory over a 12-month p...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Tweed E,Hale A,Hurrelle M,Smith R,Delpech V,Ruf M,Klapper P,Ramsay M,Brant L

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In summary, members of the TF/STD: share the common goal of reducing the STD burden and slowing the spread of HIV in the most affected and vulnerable countries in eastern Europe and central Asia contribute financially, technically, or in kind to the implementation of a joint strategy which aims: to create an enabling ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Waugh MA

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the impact of HIV on mortality in men and women aged 15-54 in London. DESIGN:Combination of routine mortality statistics with reports of AIDS deaths adjusted for underreporting and change in address from time of report to time of death. Calculation of standardised mortality ratios (SMRs) for male...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Hickman M,Bardsley M,De Angelis D,Ward H

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To understand the factors associated with knowledge of non-occupational post-exposure prophylaxis (nPEP) and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), bathhouse patrons in New York City (NYC) were surveyed. METHODS:554 men who have sex with men (MSM) at two NYC bathhouses were given a standardised survey focused on ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

authors： Mehta SA,Silvera R,Bernstein K,Holzman RS,Aberg JA,Daskalakis DC

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine the policy and practice of HIV testing in genitourinary medicine clinics in the United Kingdom. DESIGN:All 176 consultants in charge of genitourinary medicine clinics in the United Kingdom were sent a policy and practice questionnaire. A self selected group of 53 clinics conducted a retrospective...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted infections

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更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00