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Infections and genotypes of Chlamydia trachomatis among men who have sex with men in China: A nationwide community‐based study.

Authors :
Jiang, Ting‐Ting
Cao, Ning‐Xiao
Zhang, Wan‐Yue
Ye, Xing‐Dong
Cai, Yu‐Mao
Wu, Min‐Zhi
Li, Ai‐Li
Han, Zhan‐Feng
Zheng, Yi
Ding, Hai‐Bo
Gu, Li‐Qin
Liao, Hong‐Chun
Yan, Li
Luo, Quan
Yang, Yun‐Qing
Shi, Mei‐Qin
Han, Yan
Yin, Yue‐Ping
Chen, Xiang‐Sheng
Source :
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology. Dec2024, p1. 4p. 1 Illustration.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses a nationwide study on Chlamydia trachomatis infections and genotypes among men who have sex with men in China. The study found an overall CT prevalence of 14.8%, with a higher prevalence in anorectal samples compared to urethral or oropharyngeal samples. Factors associated with a higher probability of CT infection included age, number of male sex partners, HIV status, Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection, and receptive anal role in sexual intercourse. The study highlights the need for chlamydia screening, especially rectal testing, and emphasizes the importance of tailored interventions for high-risk MSM populations. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09269959
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
181565116
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/jdv.20487