WHO estimated that nearly 1 million people become infected every day with any of four
curable sexually transmitted infections (STIs): chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, and …

STIs are a growing concern for adolescents. Routine screening and management are of
critical importance. Furthermore, prevention efforts such as human papillomavirus …

Etiology, transmission and protection: Chlamydia trachomatis is the leading cause of
bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) globally. However, C. trachomatis also causes …

Infection with the bacterium, Chlamydia trachomatis (often termed" chlamydia") is the most
frequently reported sexually transmitted infection in the United States. The urethra is the …

The mechanism (s) by which Lactobacillus-dominated cervicovaginal microbiota provide a
barrier to Chlamydia trachomatis infection remain (s) unknown. Here we evaluate the impact …

Introduction. Given the efficacy of latex condoms for preventing pregnancy, HIV, and most
STI, their promotion remains central to global sexual health efforts. To inform the …

This guideline offers recommendations on the diagnostic tests, treatment regimens and
health promotion principles needed for the effective management of Chlamydia trachomatis …

Although the concept of persistence in chlamydial infections has been recognized for about
80 years, there is still very little known about the mechanism by which this occurs. In this …

Chlamydia trachomatis is the most common bacterial sexually transmitted pathogen
worldwide. Infection can result in serious reproductive pathologies, including pelvic …

Background. There has been recent debate questioning the efficacy of azithromycin for the
treatment of urogenital chlamydia infection. We conducted a meta-analysis to compare the …