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Opportunistic screening for chlamydia in young men.
Dana Hince1, Tom Brett, Donna Mak
1University of Notre Dame Australia, Western Australia. dana_adelle@yahoo.com
Australian Family Physician
|November 7, 2009
Summary
Genital Chlamydia trachomatis prevalence in young Australian men was 3.7%. Risky sexual behaviors were common but not significantly linked to infection, suggesting broader screening may be beneficial.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
- General Practice
Background:
- Limited data exists on genital Chlamydia trachomatis prevalence in young men attending Australian general practices.
- Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection requiring effective public health surveillance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To estimate Chlamydia trachomatis prevalence among young men in Australian general practice.
- To identify sexual behaviors associated with chlamydia infection.
- To evaluate general practitioner (GP) follow-up of positive cases.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving sexually active men aged 15-29 years.
- Participants attended 10 general practices in Perth, Western Australia.
- Chlamydia testing and self-reported questionnaires on sexual practices and symptoms were utilized.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of chlamydia was 3.7% (95% CI: 2-6%).
- High rates of risky sexual practices were reported by both infected and uninfected participants, with no statistically significant association.
- While treatment and notification were common, GP follow-up on partner notification was inconsistent.
Conclusions:
- A weak association was found between reported sexual behavior and chlamydia infection in young men.
- Routine screening for chlamydia may be appropriate for all at-risk individuals in this demographic.
- Improved strategies for partner notification follow-up are warranted.
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