Introduction of a complementary screening system for the detection of sexually transmitted infections in patients with sterile pyuria
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Published:2021-04-05
Issue:3
Volume:34
Page:245-248
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ISSN:0214-3429
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Container-title:Revista Española de Quimioterapia
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language:
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Short-container-title:Rev Esp Quimioter
Author:
Gil-Campesino Helena,Sante Laura,Callejas Castro Enrique,Lecuona María,
Abstract
Objective. The aim of the study was to evaluate a complementary screening system for the detection of sexually transmitted infections in patients with sterile pyuria. Material and methods. A prospective study was conducted using Real-time multiplex qPCR in 300 consecutive urine samples with data on sterile pyuria. STI prevalence and patient epidemiological data were analyzed. Results. A total of 29 positive cases (9.67%) were found: 16 Chlamydia trachomatis, 5 Mycoplasma genitalium, 5 Trichomonas vaginalis and 3 co-infections. The group with sexually transmitted infections was mainly composed of women (65.5%), of which one third was pregnant. Conclusion. This study presents an effective screening system for the detection of sexually transmitted infections that can be integrated into the laboratories’ work routine.
Publisher
Sociedad Espanola de Quimioterapia
Subject
Microbiology (medical),Pharmacology,General Medicine