Trichomonas vaginalis infection [PDF]
Sexually Transmitted Infections, 2006 The organism Trichomonas vaginalis is a sexually transmissible protozoal parasite. It is the commonest curable sexually transmitted infection (STI); The World Health Organization estimates that about 170 million new cases occur annually.1 It is a common cause of vaginal discharge in women, in whom it may also cause vulval irritation and inflammation ...
David Mabey +2 more
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Pregnancy and contraceptive use among women participating in an HIV prevention trial in Tanzania. [PDF]
, 2012 OBJECTIVES: Information on pregnancy rates and factors associated with pregnancy and contraceptive use is important for clinical trials in women in sub-Saharan Africa where withdrawal of investigational products may be required in the event of pregnancy ...
Baisley, Kathy +8 more
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Advancing prevention of sexually transmitted infections through point-of-care testing : target product profiles and landscape analysis [PDF]
, 2017 Objectives: Advancing the field of point-of-care testing (POCT) for STIs can rapidly and substantially improve STI control and prevention by providing targeted, essential STI services (case detection and screening).
Blondeel, Karel +5 more
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Optimising the management of vaginal discharge syndrome in Bulgaria: cost effectiveness of four clinical algorithms with risk assessment [PDF]
, 2010 OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the performance and cost effectiveness of the WHO recommendations of incorporating risk-assessment scores and population prevalence of Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) and Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) into vaginal discharge syndrome (VDS)
Anguenot, J-L +10 more
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Correlation of Leukorrhea and Trichomonas vaginalis Infection [PDF]
Journal of Clinical Microbiology, 2013 ABSTRACT Trichomonas vaginalis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) causing vaginitis. Microscopy has poor sensitivity but is used for diagnosis of trichomoniasis in resource-poor settings. We aimed to provide a more reliable diagnosis of trichomoniasis by investigating an association with leukorrhea ...
Frederick S. Nolte +2 more
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Trichomonas Vaginalis Infections
International Journal of Clinical Practice, 1955 A Trichomonas vaginalis infection should be suspected whenever a woman complains of a vaginal discharge with itching. At the original examination proper diagnosis frequently is missed, since many women douche shortly before visiting the physician's office.
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Trichomonas vaginalis Infection in a Premature Newborn [PDF]
Journal of Perinatology, 2002 Trichomonas vaginalis is a vaginal pathogen associated with an increased incidence of adverse outcomes of pregnancy. Data are limited regarding the effects of Trichomonas infections in the newborn. We report a symptomatic T. vaginalis infection in a 26-week premature infant and a review of the literature.
Sylvia H. Yeh +3 more
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Improved effectiveness of partner notification for patients with sexually transmitted infections: systematic review [PDF]
, 2007 Objective: To examine the effectiveness of methods to improve partner notification by patient referral (index patient has responsibility for informing sex partners of their exposure to a sexually transmitted infection).
Cassell, Jackie A +4 more
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Modern diagnosis ofTrichomonas vaginalisinfection [PDF]
Sexually Transmitted Infections, 2013 Recent advances in tests for the sexually transmitted protozoan parasiteTrichomonas vaginalishave increased opportunities for diagnosis and treatment of this important sexually transmitted infection. This review summarises currently available tests, highlighting their performance characteristics, advantages and limitations.
Marcia M. Hobbs, Arlene C. Seña
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Distribution of human papillomaviruses and bacterial vaginosis in HIV positive women with abnormal cytology in Mombasa, Kenya [PDF]
, 2016 Background: HPV is the major etiological factor in the causal pathway for cervical cancer, which is the leading cancer among women in sub-Saharan Africa. HIV is associated with a higher prevalence and a broader range of high-risk HPV genotypes.
Harebottle, Ronald +4 more
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