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Chlamydia trachomatis in student population of the Osijek-Baranya County, Croatia

National polices on opportunistic testing for Chlamydia trachomatis should be based on reliable information about chlamydia prevalence and the characteristics of those at risk. Therefore, the study aimed to determine the prevalence of chlamydia infection among university students and to determine associated risk factors. The study was conducted as an opportunistic screening of asymptomatic sexually active students attending routine health examinations. The first void urine samples from males, cervical swab or first void urine samples from females and data regarding health-risk behaviour were collected and analysed. Overall prevalence of chlamydia infection was 4.9%. The only identified risk factor was female sex. Female students preferred urine sample over cervical swab sample and avoided gynaecologist examination. Results may contribute to decision making on the form of chlamydia control policy, including choice of screening settings and specimens suitable for target population.

chlamydia ; opportunistic screening ; risk factors ; prevalence

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