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Chlamydia trachomatis infections in Greece: first prevalence study using nucleic acid amplification tests
S Levidiotou1, G Vrioni, H Papadogeorgaki
1Department of Microbiology, Medical School, University of Ioannina, 45110, Ioannina, Greece. sleveidi@cc.uoi.gr
Summary
This study found a low prevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis infection in Greece. Young age and multiple or new sexual partners were key risk factors for chlamydial infection.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
- Genitourinary Medicine
Background:
- Chlamydia trachomatis is a common sexually transmitted infection.
- Understanding its prevalence and risk factors is crucial for public health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis in adult men and women in Greece.
- To identify risk factors associated with chlamydial infection.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study conducted in four Greek hospitals.
- Nucleic acid amplification techniques (NAATs) used for diagnosis.
- Data collected from 16,834 women and 1,035 men via questionnaires and specimen testing.
Main Results:
- Overall prevalence of C. trachomatis was 3.9% (3.5% in women, 11.2% in men).
- 88% of infected individuals were under 30 years old.
- Multiple sexual partners and recent new partners were significant risk factors.
Conclusions:
- Chlamydia trachomatis infection prevalence in Greece is relatively low.
- Younger age, new sexual partners, and multiple sexual partners are associated with increased risk.