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Global Estimates of the Prevalence and Incidence of Four Curable Sexually Transmitted Infections in 2012 Based on Systematic Review and Global Reporting

PLoS ONE, 2015
Background Quantifying sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevalence and incidence is important for planning interventions and advocating for resources.
L. Newman, J. Rowley, S. Vander Hoorn, N. S. Wijesooriya, M. Unemo, N. Low, Gretchen A. Stevens, S. Gottlieb, J. Kiarie, M. Temmerman   +9 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Gonorrhea Management in High‐, Limited‐ and No‐Resource Settings: Implications in the Context of Antimicrobial Resistance

International Journal of Dermatology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Gonorrhea, a common sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, represents an escalating global public health threat due to antimicrobial resistance. The current review explores diverse approaches around the globe to gonorrhea management across various settings, with a focus on diagnostic strategies, treatment practices ...
Andrei Tanasov, Maciej Pastuszczak, George‐Sorin Tiplica   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Association between Prior Chlamydia trachomatis Infection and Ectopic Pregnancy at a Tertiary Care Hospital in South Western Uganda

Obstetrics and Gynecology International, 2018
Background. Increase in the number of ectopic pregnancy is attributed to increase in the incidence of pelvic infections. Chlamydia trachomatis is responsible for most of the sexually transmitted bacterial infections.
Derrick Paul Mpiima, George Wasswa Salongo, Henry Lugobe, Augustine Ssemujju, Olivier Mumbere Mulisya, Abraham Masinda, Hillary Twizerimana, Joseph Ngonzi   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Chlamydia pneumoniae in atherosclerotic middle cerebral artery [PDF]

, 2001
Background and Purpose—Atherosclerotic middle cerebral arteries are frequent sites of thrombosis, leading to stroke. Previous studies have suggested a role for Chlamydia pneumoniae in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis.
Burián, Katalin, Gönczöl, Éva, Intzédy, László, Iványi, Béla, Karai, László, Kis, Zoltán, Szabó, Árpád, Virók, Dezső   +7 more
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Vaginal Microbiota and Ovarian Cancer: A New Frontier in Immunomodulation and Diagnosis

Immunology, EarlyView.
Microbial imbalance, dysbiosis, plays a role in ovarian carcinogenesis by interacting with the immune system and altering inflammatory pathways, notably Th17 pathways. In contrast, eubiosis, characterised by Lactobacillus dominance, protects against infections and maintains hormone metabolism.
Wafa Babay, Mariem Garci, Ahmed Baligh Laaribi, Nabil Mathlouthi, Imene Ouzari   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Childhood Chlamydia Infections

, 2023
Chlamydia pneumoniae and Chlamydia trachomatis are significant human pathogens that affect people of all ages worldwide. Chlamydia psittaci is a cause of zoonosis, and birds are the reservoirs. All are diseases for which there is no effective vaccine. C. pneumoniae is responsible for respiratory tract infections but the majority of recent C. pneumoniae
openaire   +2 more sources

Developing an Intervention to Improve Sexual Health Assessment and Care in Men With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To co‐produce a prototype intervention to help nurses improve the assessment and care of the sexual health needs of men with inflammatory bowel disease. Background Inflammatory bowel disease can have a significant impact on the sexual health and well‐being of men, but has largely been neglected in research and clinical guidelines. Men with
Sara Ma, Greg Forshaw, Mona Kanaan, Peter Knapp, Wayne Robinson, Christian Selinger, Paul Galdas   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Artificial intelligence‐powered microscopy: Transforming the landscape of parasitology

Journal of Microscopy, EarlyView.
Abstract Microscopy and image analysis play a vital role in parasitology research; they are critical for identifying parasitic organisms and elucidating their complex life cycles. Despite major advancements in imaging and analysis, several challenges remain. These include the integration of interdisciplinary data; information derived from various model
Mariana De Niz, Sara Silva Pereira, David Kirchenbuechler, Leandro Lemgruber, Constadina Arvanitis   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Chlamydiaceae infections in pig

Veterinary Research, 2011
Chlamydiaceae are Gram-negative obligate intracellular bacteria. They are responsible for a broad range of diseases in animals and humans. In pigs, Chlamydia suis, Chlamydia abortus, Chlamydia pecorum and Chlamydia psittaci have been isolated ...
Schautteet Katelijn, Vanrompay Daisy
doaj   +1 more source

Porphyromonas gingivalis GroEL exacerbates orthotopic allograft transplantation vasculopathy via impairment of endothelial cell function

Molecular Oral Microbiology, EarlyView.
Abstract Orthotopic allograft transplantation (OAT) is a significant approach to addressing organ failure. However, persistent immune responses to the allograft affect chronic rejection, which induces OAT vasculopathy (OATV) and organ failure. Porphyromonas gingivalis can infiltrate remote organs via the bloodstream, thereby intensifying the severity ...
Chien‐Sung Tsai, Chun‐Yao Huang, Yi‐Ting Tsai, Chun‐Ming Shih, Ze‐Hao Lai, Chen‐Wei Liu, Yi‐Wen Lin, Feng‐Yen Lin   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source