Naslov
Sociodemographic, sexual behaviour and microbiological profile of men attending public health laboratory for testing on sexually transmitted diseases

Autori
Sviben, Mario ; Ljubin-Sternak, Sunčanica ; Meštrović, Tomislav ; Vraneš, Jasmina

Izvornik
Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica (1330-027X) 25 (2017), 2; 125-132

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
sexual behavior, trichomoniasis, urethritis, chlamydia, condoms

Sažetak
In order to identify the groups at risk of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the sociodemographic profile of men testing for STD, their sexual habits and results of microbiological analysis was assessed. During a three-year period a total of 700 men older than 18 years of age completed the questionnaire regarding sociodemographic and sexual behavior. Urethral swabs were taken for microbiological analysis. Thirty-three percent of respondents reported not using condoms. Those that do not use condoms have been less educated, unmarried but in steady relationship, employed, with children, and smokers. Alcohol or drug usage before sexual intercourse was disclosed by 21.4% of respondents and 10.3% respondents reported sexual intercourses with commercial sex workers. Finally, 24.0% respondents reported sexual relations abroad. In 28.1% of subjects one or more pathogens were observed in urethral swabs. The most commonly diagnosed microorganism was Ureapasma urealyticum, followed by Chlamydia trachomatis, Mycoplasma hominis, Trichomonas vaginalis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. This study identified several factors that may contribute to the general risk of STD transmission, which will serve in better understanding of transmission dynamics and implementation of adequate prevention programs.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Kliničke medicinske znanosti

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