abstract：BACKGROUND:Syphilis rates are rising in California, but the impact of HIV infection on syphilis infection remains uncertain. We describe differences between HIV-infected and HIV-uninfected patients diagnosed with syphilis within Kaiser Permanente Northern California. METHODS:We performed retrospective analyses of pati...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Horberg MA,Ranatunga DK,Quesenberry CP,Klein DB,Silverberg MJ

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine practices of general practitioners' (GPs) in relation to partner notification for chlamydia and identify the supports they would find most useful to assist them. GOAL:To identify innovative resources that could improve partner notification for chlamydia in primary care. STUDY DESIGN:A postal surv...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Bilardi JE,Hopkins CA,Fairley CK,Hocking JS,Tomnay JE,Pavlin NL,Parker RM,Temple-Smith MJ,Bowden FJ,Russell DB,Pitts M,Chen MY

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A prophylactic quadrivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine could benefit adult women if they are susceptible to incident genital HPV infections and are acquiring new infections with vaccine HPV types to which they were previously not exposed. This report presents baseline and prospective data from a rand...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Velicer C,Zhu X,Vuocolo S,Liaw KL,Saah A

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the impact of surveillance for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Neisseria gonorrhoeae over a 7-year period on treatment guidelines in Alberta, Canada. METHODS:AMR testing data from gonorrhea cases were combined with demographic and risk behavior information collected through surveillance to des...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Plitt S,Boyington C,Sutherland K,Lovgren M,Tilley P,Read R,Singh AE

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Routine HIV testing is recommended for all adolescents ages 13 years and older. This study aims to report the prevalence of HIV testing among black adolescents, describe characteristics of adolescents who have been tested, and identify potentially modifiable factors associated with greater likelihood of test...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Swenson RR,Rizzo CJ,Brown LK,Payne N,DiClemente RJ,Salazar LF,Vanable PA,Carey MP,Valois RF,Romer D,Hennessy M

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) is the most popular method used by blood banks in China to screen for antibodies to Treponema pallidum (TP). However, this method produces a high percentage of false-positive reactions.The current study aimed to propose a more effective procedure for screening anti-T...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Wang LN,Li JM

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Because of increases in reported syphilis, we sought to identify factors associated with missed and delayed syphilis treatment and partner elicitation interview. METHODS:We reviewed syphilis cases reported during June 1, 2006 to May 31, 2007 and conducted multivariate logistic regression analyses to determi...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Chen SY,Johnson M,Sunenshine R,England B,Komatsu K,Taylor M

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:: To estimate the effects of reproductive tract infections (RTIs) on HIV acquisition among Zimbabwean and Ugandan women. METHODS:: A multicenter prospective observational cohort study enrolled 4439 HIV-uninfected women aged 18 to 35 attending family planning clinics in Zimbabwe and Uganda. Participants were ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： van de Wijgert JH,Morrison CS,Brown J,Kwok C,Van Der Pol B,Chipato T,Byamugisha JK,Padian N,Salata RA

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A dye-based method for determining applicator usage in microbicide trials has been developed to assess whether applicators have been exposed to vaginal fluid. Our objective was to evaluate this method on polypropylene HTI applicators that are being widely used in several effectiveness trials of microbicides....

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Austin MN,Rabe LK,Hillier SL

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We addressed gaps in current HIV prevention research by examining the differences between 2 groups of young men: men who have sex with men only (MSM/O) and men who have sex with men and women (MSM/W). We examined patterns and correlates of sexual risk, and considered how race/ethnicity may affect these relat...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Flores SA,Bakeman R,Millett GA,Peterson JL

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about cytokine responses to syphilis infection in HIV-1-infected individuals. METHODS:We retrospectively identified patients with HIV-1 and Treponema pallidum coinfection. Plasma samples from before, during, and after coinfection were analyzed for interleukin (IL)-2, IL-4, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10,...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Knudsen A,Benfield T,Kofoed K

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine factors associated with heterosexual anal intercourse (AI). METHODS:Between 2001 and 2004, 1084 heterosexual adults aged 18 to 26 attending public sexually transmitted disease clinics in Seattle, New Orleans, and St Louis were interviewed using computer-assisted self interview and tested for STIs;...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Gorbach PM,Manhart LE,Hess KL,Stoner BP,Martin DH,Holmes KK

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the seroprevalence of herpes simplex virus infection in a population of HIV-infected individuals in Canada. METHODS:HIV-infected patients attending 5 infectious disease clinics for follow-up care were approached to participate in the study. After informed consent was obtained, subjects completed...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Romanowski B,Myziuk LN,Walmsley SL,Trottier S,Singh AE,Houston S,Joffe M,Chiu I

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The human cervicovaginal mucosa is the primary target of HIV-1 infection during male to female transmission. This tissue contains the the full spectrum of cell types and immune modulators that comprise both the innate and adaptive arms of the immune system. Mounting evidence indicates that mucosal epithelial cells are...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Cummins JE Jr,Doncel GF

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is encouraging states to consider patient-delivered partner therapy (PDPT) as a treatment option for Chlamydia and gonorrhea. We sought to assess current sexually transmitted disease (STD) control practices in New York State county health departments, and gather...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Davis CF,Cummings M,Coles BF,McNutt LA

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patient education upon diagnosis of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) may effect changes in high-risk sexual behavior. OBJECTIVE:Describe emergency department (ED) communication with urban female patients treated for STIs. METHODS:: This secondary analysis of data collected during a study of ED commun...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Rhodes KV,Bisgaier J,Becker N,Padowitz N,Vashi A,McNutt LA

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examined the use of HIV postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) among sexually assaulted adolescent females. METHODS:We analyzed data from the HIV PEP Project, an implementation and evaluation of a program of universal offering of PEP to sexual assault victims of all ages. Baseline and follow-up data were...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Du Mont J,Myhr TL,Husson H,Macdonald S,Rachlis A,Loutfy MR

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Since the mid-1990s, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among men who have sex with men (MSM) have increased and appear to be related to more risky sexual behavior. We compare trends in hepatitis A, acute hepatitis B, and shigellosis with the trends of gonorrhea and infectious syphilis in Amsterdam MSM m...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Van Rijckevorsel GG,Sonder GJ,Bovée LP,Thiesbrummel HF,Geskus RB,Van Den Hoek A

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOAL:To investigate the in vitro antimicrobial susceptibility of Neisseria gonorrhoeae strains isolated in 2004 and 2005 in Bangui, Central African Republic; Yaoundé, Cameroon; Antananarivo, Madagascar; and Ho Chi Minh Ville and Nha Trang, Vietnam. STUDY DESIGN:Antimicrobial susceptibility testing was performed by bot...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Cao V,Ratsima E,Van Tri D,Bercion R,Fonkoua MC,Richard V,Talarmin A

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The development of topical microbicides represents a new and exciting field in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases, and it is especially important that candidate products undergo rigorous preclinical safety and efficacy testing before advancing to clinical trials. METHODS:We have developed a sta...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Patton DL,Cosgrove Sweeney YT,Paul KJ

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Russian Federation is currently experiencing one of the fastest growing HIV epidemics worldwide. The objective was to identify sexual risk factors for recent heterosexually-acquired HIV infections. METHODS:A case-control study of recent HIV infection was conducted in the regions of Altaiskiy Krai, Krasn...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Burchell AN,Calzavara LM,Orekhovsky V,Ladnaya NN,Russian HIV Response Network.

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Male circumcision (MC) decreases the risk of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) acquisition in men. We explored associations between MC of the primary sex partner and women's risk of acquisition of chlamydial (Ct), gonococcal (GC), or trichomonal (Tv) infections. METHODS:We analyzed data from a prospective ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Turner AN,Morrison CS,Padian NS,Kaufman JS,Behets FM,Salata RA,Mmiro FA,Chipato T,Celentano DD,Rugpao S,Miller WC

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is common and has been associated with increased HIV-1 susceptibility. The objective of this study was to identify risk factors for BV in African women at high risk for acquiring HIV-1. METHODS:We conducted a prospective study among 151 HIV-1-seronegative Kenyan female sex workers. ...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： McClelland RS,Richardson BA,Graham SM,Masese LN,Gitau R,Lavreys L,Mandaliya K,Jaoko W,Baeten JM,Ndinya-Achola JO

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Routine chlamydia screening is not readily available at all college campuses. OBJECTIVES:: To assess the prevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis among asymptomatic college students and to compare chlamydia positivity by selected demographic variables. METHODS:Analysis of demographical data collected on 789 stu...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： James AB,Simpson TY,Chamberlain WA

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To provide chlamydia and gonorrhea screening and treatment to adolescents presumed to be at high risk, school screening was conducted among the 11th and 12th graders in San Francisco. STUDY DESIGN:Two schools in neighborhoods with high chlamydia and gonorrhea rates and student populations > or = 15% black w...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Barry PM,Scott KC,McCright J,Snell A,Lee M,Bascom T,Kent CK,Klausner JD

更新日期：2008-06-01 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:To prevent congenital syphilis, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and professional organizations recommend universal prenatal syphilis screening. State-level or larger-scale evaluations of adherence to these guidelines have relied on administrative data. We measured prenatal syphilis screening r...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Rosenman MB,Tao G,Szucs KA,Wang J,Ambuehl R,Mahon BE

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate factors associated with recurrent chlamydial infection and failure to return for retesting in socioeconomically disadvantaged women (aged 16-24 years) entering the National Job Training Program, 1998--2005. GOAL:To evaluate sociodemographic characteristics of young women associated with recurren...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Joesoef MR,Weinstock HS,Johnson RE

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We conducted formative research to evaluate the acceptability and feasibility of continuous diaphragm use among low-income women highly exposed to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Madagascar. GOAL:To identify potential obstacles to researching the effectiveness of diaphragm use for STI prevention i...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Behets FM,Van Damme K,Turner AN,Rabenja NL,Ravelomanana NL,Raharinivo MS,Zeller KA,Rennie SM,Swezey TA

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the incidence of early syphilis based on time from initiation of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected patients. STUDY DESIGN:Five hundred thirty-nine HIV-positive patients undergoing HAART were followed up to 4 years to identify early (prima...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Park WB,Jang HC,Kim SH,Kim HB,Kim NJ,Oh MD,Choe KW

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies of the natural history of genital chlamydial infections in humans are sparse and have had study design limitations. An improved understanding of chlamydial natural history may influence recommendations for elements of control efforts such as chlamydia screening frequency or time parameters for partne...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Geisler WM,Wang C,Morrison SG,Black CM,Bandea CI,Hook EW 3rd

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and characterize behavioral correlates among pregnant women attending inner city public STD clinics. STUDY DESIGN:A retrospective study of 2303 pregnant women frequency matched by clinic and year of visit to 2303 nonpregnant women seeking se...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Johnson HL,Erbelding EJ,Zenilman JM,Ghanem KG

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the attitudes of male and female patients to the use of chaperones during genital examination within a sexually transmitted diseases clinic. STUDY DESIGN:An anonymous, self-completed questionnaire was administered to patients attending the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Australia, between Sept...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Teague R,Newton D,Fairley CK,Hocking J,Pitts M,Bradshaw C,Chen M

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A man developed HIV-1 antibodies, which disappeared spontaneously. He had negative HIV viral load and p24 antigen tests and did not develop immunosuppression. Further investigations suggest the HIV-positive result was a nonspecific reaction. An alternative explanation is that he was exposed to HIV and had a "near-miss...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Coyne KM,Parry JV,Atkins M,Pozniak A,McOwan A

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Detection of vaginal Y-chromosome sequences (YCS) may be a useful biomarker to validate sexual behavior reporting in women. We describe the effects of condom use on the detection of vaginal YCS. METHODS:Fifty-six women were asked to abstain from sexual intercourse for 14 days. On day 15, participants were as...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Ghanem KG,Melendez JH,McNeil-Solis C,Giles JA,Yuenger J,Smith TD,Zenilman J

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate, among male injecting drug users (IDU), the relationships between higher risk IDU-related and sex-related behaviors. GOAL:To highlight the clustering effects of the 2 forms of risk behaviors. STUDY DESIGN:Behavioral surveillance surveys conducted in Sichuan were analyzed (n = 3105). RESULTS...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Lau JT,Cheng F,Tsui HY,Zhang Y,Zhang J,Wang N,Zhang L

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine the epidemiology of multiple infections in teenagers and their contacts. GOAL:To demonstrate a network approach to the prevalence of STDs/HIV. STUDY DESIGN:A community-based network study of ethnographically representative adolescents. RESULTS:Of the 512 interviewees, 90% of the boys and 80% of...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Rothenberg R,Dan My Hoang T,Muth SQ,Crosby R

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Two of the major diagnostic methods for Trichomonas vaginalis, wet mount and culture, rely on the continued viability of the organism. Methods to increase the viability of T. vaginalis in urine are needed. GOAL:The goal of this study was to develop a method that increases the time of viability of T. vaginal...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Shafir SC,Sorvillo FJ,Upcroft JA,Upcroft P

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In every society, congenital syphilis (CS) has significant medical, economic, societal and emotional burdens; these are poorly characterized but high. Inexplicably, the elimination of CS has failed to attract international attention. Yet, the cornerstones of programs to do this universally are in place, the recent dev...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Schmid GP,Stoner BP,Hawkes S,Broutet N

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The objectives of this study were to identify sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevalence, assess behavioral and symptom correlates, and develop intervention strategies. GOAL:The goal of this study was to conduct one of the first community-based surveys of STI prevalence and risk behaviors among married...

journal_title：Sexually transmitted diseases

authors： Schensul SL,Hawkes S,Saggurti N,Verma RK,Narvekar SS,Nastasi BK,Burleson JA,Risbud A

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00