Gonorrhea Test ResistancePlus GC Granted Breakthrough Device Status
The FDA has granted Breakthrough Device designation to ResistancePlus GC,, a test that detects ciprofloxacin susceptibility.
Sexually Transmitted Infections
HPV Viral Loads Correlated Between Heterosexual Couples
Persistent human papillomavirus infections may have minimal changes in viral load
WHO: Estimated Incidence of Curable STIs 376.4 Million in 2016
The estimated incidence of urogenital infections with chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and syphilis was 376.4 million in 15- to 49-year-old men and women in 2016.
Noncompliance Common in Teens Prescribed STI Treatment in ED
Less than 60 percent of prescriptions for the treatment of STIs among teens seeking care in the emergency department are filled.
Point-of-Care Testing Improves Management for Urogenital Infection in Women
Point-of-care testing may improve infection management in women with urogenital infection, according to a study published in Lancet Infectious Diseases. With an estimated 357 million new curable infections caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas vaginalis, and Treponema pallidum occuring in 2012, sexually transmitted infections and other urogenital infections are a major disease burden worldwide.…
Gentamicin Found Inferior to Ceftriaxone for Gonorrhea Treatment
Ceftriaxone remains the superior first-line treatment for gonorrhea compared with gentamicin.
FDA Clears Tests for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea Using Extragenital Samples
The FDA has cleared the Aptima Combo 2 Assay (Hologic) and the Xpert CT/NG (Cepheid) to detect chlamydia and gonorrhea via throat and rectum samples.
Increased Incidence of STIs in Gay/Bisexual Men Who Received HIV PrEP
An increased incidence of sexually transmitted infections was associated with the receipt of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis in gay and bisexual men
Couple-Based STI Prevention Programs Effective for Men in Community Supervision Programs
A 5-session couple-based intervention for men in community supervision programs and their female sexual partners significantly reduced reported risky sexual behaviors.
STI Incidence Increased After Receipt of HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis
Younger age, greater partner number, group sex, but not condom use, linked to increased risk of STI
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