Persistent nongonococcal urethritis associated with a minocycline-resistant strain of Ureaplasma urealyticum: a case report.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate opportunities for earlier human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) diagnosis within a comprehensive public health care system. STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective review of newly diagnosed HIV-infected patients between September 2001 and December 2003. RESULTS:One hundred twenty of 348 (34%) newly diagnosed H...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Jenkins TC,Gardner EM,Thrun MW,Cohn DL,Burman WJ

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite over a century of clinical experience in diagnosing and managing patients with syphilis, many thorny clinical questions remain unanswered. We focus on several areas of uncertainty for the clinician: the role of serologic tests in diagnosing syphilis and assessing syphilis treatment responses, and the risk of n...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Marra CM,Ghanem KG

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOAL:To determine prevalence and incidence of Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC) and Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) infection and assess risk factors predictive for such infections in a middle school-based clinic sample. STUDY DESIGN:170 female students and 43 male students making 256 and 47 visits, respectively, > or = 30 days a...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Burstein GR,Waterfield G,Joffe A,Zenilman JM,Quinn TC,Gaydos CA

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the circulating genotypes and the frequency of macrolide-resistance patterns among Treponema pallidum pallidum DNA isolated from syphilitic lesions from patients who attended 2 sexual health clinics in Lima, Peru. We implemented and used a molecular typing scheme to describe local T. pallidum pallidum strain...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Flores JA,Vargas SK,Leon SR,Perez DG,Ramos LB,Chow J,Konda KA,Calvo GM,Salvatierra HJ,Klausner JD,Caceres CF

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lifetime cost estimates are a useful tool in measuring the economic burden of HIV in the United States. Previous estimation methods need to be updated, given improving antiretroviral therapy regimens and updated costs. METHODS:We used an updated version of the agent-based model Progression and Transmission ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Bingham A,Shrestha RK,Khurana N,Jacobson E,Farnham PG

更新日期：2021-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate annual costs of a multifaceted adolescent sexual health intervention in Mwanza, Tanzania, by input (capital and recurrent), component (in-school, community activities, youth-friendly health services, condom distribution), and phase (development, startup, trial implementation, scale-up). STUDY DES...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Terris-Prestholt F,Kumaranayake L,Obasi AI,Cleophas-Mazige B,Makokha M,Todd J,Ross DA,Hayes RJ

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major global problem, transmitted primarily by percutaneous exposure to contaminated blood. GOAL:The goal of the study was to determine the seroprevalence of and risk factors for HCV among patients attending two urban STD clinics in Alberta. STUDY DESIGN:Anonymous unlinked sero...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Romanowski B,Preiksaitis J,Campbell P,Fenton J

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adolescents are at high risk of sexually transmitted disease (STD)/HIV infection, and one vulnerable subgroup is African American females. The association between adolescents' previous experience of STD and recent sexual risk behaviors has been ill-defined. GOAL:The goal was to examine the associations betw...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Diclemente RJ,Wingood GM,Sionean C,Crosby R,Harrington K,Davies S,Hook EW 3rd,Oh MK

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:To obtain patients' perspectives on why only some partners are notified in partner-notification programs, the cornerstone of sexually transmitted disease (STD) control, although low proportions of partners are located and evaluated. GOALS:To describe patterns of partner notification reported ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Gorbach PM,Aral SO,Celum C,Stoner BP,Whittington WL,Galea J,Coronado N,Connor S,Holmes KK

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We believe this to be the first report of coexisting polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-confirmed primary genital and ocular syphilis in a patient with penicillin allergy treated with doxycycline. The case examines the use of nonpenicillin and corticosteroid treatment of ocular syphilis and highlights the risk of eye inv...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Hamill MM,Seppings L,Kit V,Antao S

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sexually transmitted infections spread through a network of contacts created by the formation of sexual partnerships. In physics, networks have been characterized as "scale-free" if they follow a power law with an exponent between 2 and 3. OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to test statistically whet...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Schneeberger A,Mercer CH,Gregson SA,Ferguson NM,Nyamukapa CA,Anderson RM,Johnson AM,Garnett GP

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:To investigate in a cross-sectional study the determinants of oral human papillomavirus infection in 287 individuals who are sexually active. GOAL:To assess prevalence as well as risk factors for oral human papillomavirus infection. STUDY DESIGN:One hundred seventy-eight human immunodeficien...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Coutlée F,Trottier AM,Ghattas G,Leduc R,Toma E,Sanche G,Rodrigues I,Turmel B,Allaire G,Ghadirian P

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The case of a young man with condylomata lata in the toewebs of both feet is presented. Treponema pallidum was identified in these lesions. Examination two weeks after intramuscular injection of 2.4 X 10(6) units of benzathine penicillin showed resolution of the lesions on the toewebs. ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Hira SK

更新日期：1984-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blind testing of 743 women who attended an inner-city hospital family-planning clinic showed 8 (1.1%) patients to have serum antibodies to human immunodeficiency virus type I (HIV-1). A retrospective chart survey did not show an association between HIV-1 antibody seropositivity and ethnicity, marital status, education...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Spence MR,Robbins SM,Polansky M,Schable CA

更新日期：1991-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Natural history data on human papillomavirus (HPV) incidence and its risk factors have not been reported on from young women in Norway. We report on incidence and predictors of HPV-6, 11, 16, and 18; 6 or 11; 16 or 18; or all 4. METHODS:A 48-month prospective study enrolled 898 women aged 16 to 24 between 1...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Kim S,Arduino JM,Roberts CC,Marsico M,Liaw KL,Skjeldestad FE

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In January 2001 we investigated an outbreak of Neisseria gonorrhoeae in a northern region of Alberta, Canada, and here we report on the epidemiology of the outbreak. GOAL:The goal was to examine the outbreak etiology and make recommendations for strengthening regional STD programs. STUDY DESIGN:Provincial ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： De P,Singh AE,Wong T,Yacoub W

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Specimens of urethral exudate from 200 men with uncomplicated urethritis were tested for Neisseria gonorrhoeae by the limulus amebocyte lysate assay, culture on modified Thayer-Martin medium, and gram-stained smear. As compared with cultures, the sensitivity and specificity of the limulus assay were 94.8% and 89.3%, r...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Chapel TA,Adcock M,Smith B,Barnes T,Goodman M

更新日期：1981-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using data from a nationally representative survey, we identified predictors of chlamydial infection in women aged 26 to 39 years. Chlamydia prevalence was low overall but varied by sociodemographics and sexual behaviors. Findings support current recommendations that women older than 25 years should not be routinely s...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Torrone EA,Geisler WM,Gift TL,Weinstock HS

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are complex, synergistic, and persistent sexually transmitted infection (STI) epidemics affecting gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (gbMSM) in every major urban centre across North America. We explored the spatial architecture of egocentric sexual networks for gbMSM in Toronto, Canada. ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Gesink D,Wang S,Guimond T,Kimura L,Connell J,Salway T,Gilbert M,Mishra S,Tan D,Burchell AN,Brennan DJ,Logie CH,Grace D

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multidrug-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections have been declared 1 of the top 3 urgent threats to public health. Approaches to combat resistance include targeted therapy with antibiotics previously thought to be ineffective, made possible by rapid molecular assays to predict susceptibility. Previous studies hav...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Allan-Blitz LT,Wang X,Klausner JD

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We analyzed prevalence rates of syphilis (positive Treponema pallidum hemagglutinin antigen/T. pallidum particle antigen and venereal disease research laboratory test) among police officers in Guinea-Bissau from 1990 to 2010 and found a significant decline from 4.5% to 0.4% (P = 0.0065). Our results are in line with o...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Lindman JL,Månsson F,Biague A,Da Silva ZJ,Andersson S,Norrgren H

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Crack-smoking sexually transmitted disease (STD) patients are at high-risk for contracting HIV. GOAL OF THE STUDY:To examine the effects of cocaine use and other correlates on high-risk sexual behavior among STD clinic patients. STUDY DESIGN:This was a cross-sectional study of 1,490 consecut...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Hser YI,Chou CP,Hoffman V,Anglin MD

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:The Syva Micro Trak enzyme immunoassay (EIA) is used widely for screening women infected with Chlamydia trachomatis. Confirmatory tests used in conjunction with EIA screening have shown that false-positive results are common. GOALS:To evaluate the specificity of the Syva MicroTrak EIA by conf...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Beebe JL,Masters H,Jungkind D,Heltzel DM,Weinberg A

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Limited prospective data are available on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among HIV-infected patients. The incidence and predictors of STIs were assessed among HIV-infected women enrolled in a clinical trial. STUDY DESIGN:Prospective cohort of 323 women. RESULTS:Sixty-five percent had...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Capps L,Peng G,Doyle M,El-Sadr W,Neaton JD

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In the Russian Federation, large sectors of the population regularly undergo mandatory occupational screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Objectives of our study were to determine the prevalence of syphilis and gonorrhea in the screened occupational groups in Moscow and to conduct a cost-effe...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Kourbatova EV,Akovbyan VA,Chesson HW,Lytkina IN,Dmitriev GA,Tikhonova LI,Koubanova AA,Petukhova II,Latypova MF,Aboymova OA,Lewis JS,Ryan CA,Shakarishvili A

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We sought to evaluate the tolerability and feasibility of establishing an HIV postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) program at our hospital using the guidelines for children and adolescents after sexual assault. METHODS:This study was a prospective, nonrandomized observational study conducted from March 1999 until...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Neu N,Heffernan-Vacca S,Millery M,Stimell M,Brown J

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The modes of transmission of HHV-8 are still unclear. GOAL:To evaluate the distribution and transmission of HHV-8 infection. DESIGN:Serosurvey conducted in a Cameroon hospital among 292 persons, including children (5-10 years), adolescents (15-20 years), and adults (30-40 years). Antibodies against lytic a...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Rezza G,Tchangmena OB,Andreoni M,Bugarini R,Toma L,Bakary DK,Glikoutou M,Sarmati L,Monini P,Pezzotti P,Ensoli B

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Heretofore most people affected by warts of the oral cavity were children, but during the past decade adults have become the most frequently seen patients with warts in the mouth. The popularity of fellatio among heterosexuals, teenagers, and adults has contributed to the spread of oral warts. Of epidemiologic interes...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Fiumara NJ

更新日期：1984-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Because of health disparities, incarcerated persons are at higher risk for multiple health issues, including HIV. Correctional facilities have an opportunity to provide HIV services to an underserved population. This article describes Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-funded HIV testing and se...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Seth P,Figueroa A,Wang G,Reid L,Belcher L

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During a 35-day period, 32 isolates of Neisseria gonorrhoeae strains were collected by culture from patients with positive nucleic acid amplification test results in Nuuk, Greenland, where ciprofloxacin is the preferred treatment. All isolates were quinolone susceptible, suggesting that resistance is rare. Sampling pa...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Pedersen ML,Clausen-Dichow P,Poulsen P,Nyborg H,Jensen JS

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00