Prevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis and associated risk factors in women inmates admitted to a youth offenders institute in the UK

Abstract Introduction and background Incidence of gram-negative bloodstream infections (GNBSIs) and sepsis are rising in the UK. Healthcare-associated risk factors have been identified that increase the risk of infection and associated mortality. Current research is focused on identifying high-risk patients and improving the methods used for surveillance. Sources of data Comprehensive literature search of the topic area using PubMed (Medline). Government, professional and societal publications were also reviewed. Areas of agreement A range of healthcare-associated risk factors independently associate with the risk of GNBSIs and sepsis. Areas of controversy There are calls to move away from using simple comorbidity scores to predict the risk of sepsis-associated mortality, instead more advanced multimorbidity models should be considered. Growing points and areas for developing research Advanced risk models should be created and evaluated for their ability to predict sepsis-associated mortality. Investigations into the accuracy of NEWS2 to predict sepsis-associated mortality are required.

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Rumen fluke (Calicophoron daubneyi) on Welsh farms: prevalence, risk factors and observations on co-infection withFasciola hepatica

Parasitology ◽

10.1017/s0031182016001797 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 144 (2) ◽

pp. 237-247 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

RHYS ALED JONES ◽

PETER M. BROPHY ◽

E. SIAN MITCHELL ◽

HEFIN WYN WILLIAMS

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Fasciola Hepatica ◽

Significant Negative Correlation ◽

Herd Size ◽

Logistic Regression Models ◽

Sunshine Hours ◽

Calicophoron Daubneyi ◽

Cattle Herds ◽

Associated Risk Factors ◽

The Uk

SUMMARYReports ofCalicophoron daubneyiinfecting livestock in Europe have increased substantially over the past decade; however, there has not been an estimate of its farm level prevalence and associated risk factors in the UK. Here, the prevalence ofC. daubneyiacross 100 participating Welsh farms was recorded, with climate, environmental and management factors attained for each farm and used to create logistic regression models explaining its prevalence. Sixty-one per cent of farms studied were positive forC. daubneyi, with herd-level prevalence for cattle (59%) significantly higher compared with flock-level prevalence for sheep (42%,P= 0·029). Co-infection betweenC. daubneyiandFasciola hepaticawas observed on 46% of farms; however, a significant negative correlation was recorded in the intensity of infection between each parasite within cattle herds (rho = −0·358,P= 0·007). Final models showed sunshine hours, herd size, treatment regularity againstF. hepatica, the presence of streams and bog habitats, and Ollerenshaw index values as significant positive predictors forC. daubneyi(P< 0·05). The results raise intriguing questions regardingC. daubneyiepidemiology, potential competition withF. hepaticaand the role of climate change inC. daubneyiestablishment and its future within the UK.

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Chlamydia trachomatis infection and associated risk factors in a low-income marginalized urban population in coastal Peru

Revista Panamericana de Salud Pública ◽

10.1590/s1020-49892009000700006 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 26 (1) ◽

pp. 39-45 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Segundo R. León ◽

Kelika A. Konda ◽

Jeffrey D. Klausner ◽

Franca R. Jones ◽

Carlos F. Cáceres ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Chlamydia Trachomatis ◽

Low Income ◽

Urban Population ◽

Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection ◽

Associated Risk Factors ◽

Coastal Peru

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Oropharyngeal cancer

InnovAiT Education and inspiration for general practice ◽

10.1177/1755738020949569 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 13 (11) ◽

pp. 650-654

Author(s):

Carolina Watters ◽

Sabrina Brar ◽

Claire Richards ◽

Rafal Niziol

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Patient Outcomes ◽

Oropharyngeal Cancer ◽

Early Recognition ◽

Subsequent Investigation ◽

Cancer Services ◽

Associated Symptoms ◽

Associated Risk Factors ◽

The Uk ◽

Broad Overview

The incidence of oropharyngeal cancer in the UK has almost trebled in the last few decades and continues to climb. It is expected that its associated symptoms will become increasingly common presenting complaints in primary care, where early recognition is hugely advantageous for patient outcomes. Thorough history and examination, plus a sound knowledge of associated risk factors, is vital in identifying potential cases, and an understanding of the correct referral pathways ensures patients are appropriately referred to head and neck cancer services. A broad overview of benign differential diagnoses, subsequent investigation and management of oropharyngeal cancers is helpful in order to properly inform and support patients in their next steps.

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P1-S2.14 Neisseria gonorrhoea and Chlamydia trachomatis Re-infection and associated risk factors among cohort of female sex workers in India

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

10.1136/sextrans-2011-050108.71 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 87 (Suppl 1) ◽

pp. A128-A128

Author(s):

A. R. Risbud ◽

G. R. Deshpande ◽

P. Narayanan ◽

P. Parimi ◽

A. Das

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Chlamydia Trachomatis ◽

Sex Workers ◽

Female Sex Workers ◽

Female Sex ◽

Neisseria Gonorrhoea ◽

Associated Risk Factors

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Seroprevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis IgA, IgM and IgG Antibodies and Associated Risk Factors among Sexually Active Individuals at Saint Vincent de Paul Hospital in Dschang, West Cameroon

International STD Research & Reviews ◽

10.9734/isrr/2021/v10i330133 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 13-21

Author(s):

Thomas Djifack Tadongfack ◽

Irina Lydia Sudeu Nitcheu ◽

Rodrigue Ngoune ◽

Vanessa Rosine Nkouayep ◽

Aline Camerl Nzeffouo Selabi ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Chlamydia Trachomatis ◽

Protective Factor ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sexually Active ◽

Serum Samples ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Treatment Protocols ◽

Clinical Complications ◽

Associated Risk Factors

Background: Chlamydia trachomatis is the most common cause of sexually transmitted infections worldwide. Infections caused by this pathogen are usually symptomatic in men and asymptomatic in about 2/3 of women resulting in a variety of clinical complications. Aim: To determine the seroprevalence of immunological markers and the risk factors associated with the seropositivity to C. trachomatis infection in sexually active individuals visiting the Saint Vincent de Paul Hospital in Dschang, West region Cameroon Study Design: This was an analytical cross-sectional study conducted between July and September 2020 at Saint Vincent de Paul Hospital in Dschang, Cameroon. Methods: A total of 154 participants were recruited during the data collection period. An indirect ELISA method was used to analyse participant’s serum samples. Risk factors were assessed through univariate and multivariate logistic regression using SPSS 25. Results: The seroprevalence of C. trachomatis infection was 38.3% (95%CI: 30.6 - 46.0). Only 39.6% (95%CI: 31.6 - 47.3) of the study population had never been in contact with the bacterium. The reinfection rate among participants was 8.4% (95%CI: 4.0 - 12.8). Results revealed that being Male is a protective factor against the infection [aOR: 0.12; 95% CI: 0.03 - 0.56; P ꞊ .007]. The non-use of condom [aOR: 21.58; 95% CI: 3.53 – 132.06; P ꞊ .001] and having encountered three or more sexual partners [aOR: 9.90; 95%CI: 1.07 – 91.60; P ꞊ .043] were the significant predictors of Chlamydia seropositivity. Conclusion: The implementation of proactive strategies to curb down the spread of the infection is necessary in this locality. This can be done by providing NAATs to as many health facilities as possible, educating the population and standardizing treatment protocols.

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