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Multiple-Dose Fosfomycin for Complicated UTIs
In cases of complicated urinary tract infections (UTI) treated with multiple-dose fosfomycin, clinical resolution occurred in 2 of 3 treatment episodes.
HPV Biomarkers, Survival Linked to High-Grade Esophageal Dysplasia, Adenocarcinoma
Low expression of the HPV-related marker cyclin D1 appears to be an independent prognostic marker in Barrett high-grade dysplasia and esophageal adenocarcinoma.
Women Less Likely to Receive Screening or Counseling For HIV at STI Diagnosis
Women are less likely to be tested for HIV or offered prep at time of sexually transmitted infection diagnosis.
Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives Not Linked to Increased STIs Among Teens
The risk of acquiring a sexually transmitted infection (STI) is not higher among adolescents using long-acting reversible contraceptives.
Novel Cephalosporin Now Available for Treatment of Complicated UTI
Fetroja® (cefiderocol) has been made available by Shionogi for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI), including pyelonephritis caused by the following susceptible Gram-negative microorganisms: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Enterobacter cloacae complex.
A Promising Direct-PCR Tool for Detecting Nine STD-Related Pathogens
STD Direct Flow Chip Kit offers a top panel of detection of classic bacterial-causing agents of STDs, as well as viral and protozoa causes.
UTI Recurrence in Pediatric Patients: Antibiotic Treatment Duration Examined
In pediatric patients, the duration of antibiotic treatment for uncomplicated UTI was not significantly associated with UTI recurrence.
Vegetarian Diet Linked to Lower Risk for Urinary Tract Infection
A vegetarian diet is associated with a reduced risk for urinary tract infection.
High STI Burden Among Individuals Initiating, Receiving PrEP
There is a high burden of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among individuals who initiate or persistently use pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).
Metagenomic Sequencing Reconfirms Key Role of Gut Microbiome in AS Pathogenesis
Researchers evaluated the microbial characteristics driving ankylosing spondylitis pathogenesis, and they examined the effects of tumor necrosis factor inhibitor therapy on the microbiome.
Many Pelvic Exams, Pap Tests Unnecessary in Teenagers and Young Adults
More than half of bimanual exams, >70 percent of Pap tests in women aged 15 to 20 years unnecessary
Suboptimal Vaginal Microbiota After Chlamydia trachomatis Treatment
Data on the composition and structure of the vaginal microbiome in women with genital Chlamydia trachomatis published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases revealed that Lactobacillus iners- dominated communities were most common post-treatment.
Does Continuous PPI Use Increase the Risk for Enteric Viral Infections?
Patients on continuous PPI therapy may be at increased risk of developing acute gastroenteritis during the winter season.
Low Rate of Test of Cure for Pharyngeal Gonococcal Infections at STD Clinics
Patients treated at a sexually transmitted disease (STD) clinic for pharyngeal gonococcal infections had a low test of cure rate.
Cefiderocol Approved for Complicated UTI in Patients With Limited or No Alternative Treatment Options
The FDA has approved Fetroja for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections.
Resistance-Guided Antimicrobial Therapy for Mycoplasma genitalium Infection
For infections with Mycoplasma genitalium, resistance-guided therapy using doxycycline followed by azithromycin or moxifloxacin led to high levels of microbiologic cure and low levels of de novo resistance, according to data published in Clinical Infectious Diseases. A total of 383 patients who attended Melbourne Sexual Health Centre in Australia between 2017 and 2018 with sexually…
Crowd Diagnosis of STDs Frequently Sought Online
Crowd diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is common online.
Improved Cognition Linked to Changes in Microbiota After Fecal Transplant in Hepatic Encephalopathy
Beneficial changes in microbial composition and functionality with capsular fecal microbiota transplant lead to improved cognition in patients with cirrhosis and recurrent hepatic encephalopathy, according to study data presented at The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases’ The Liver Meeting 2019, held November 8 to 12 in Boston, Massachusetts. In order to determine…
Mycoplasma genitalium Coinfection in Women With Chlamydia trachomatis
The prevalence of Mycoplasma genitalium coinfection in women with chlamydial infection was low and no patient characteristics predicted coinfection.
UTI Antibiotic Use to be Improved in Nursing Homes
Enhanced implementation on adoption of evidence-based antibiotic stewardship in nursing homes focused on the recognition and management of UTIs may improve the quality of antibiotic prescription in nursing homes.
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