A Practical Approach to Sexually Transmitted Infection Screening for the Primary Care Clinician - 07/02/24
, Kenneth H. Mayer, MD bRésumé |
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are commonly encountered in primary care. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the US Preventive Services Task Force have both issued guidelines about screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV. By eliciting a sexual history, understanding their patients’ anatomy, and considering factors which may increase the likelihood of STIs and their sequelae, clinicians can implement a practical, evidence-based approach to STI screening.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Sexually transmitted infection, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, Screening, Sexual health
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Vol 108 - N° 2
P. 267-278 - mars 2024 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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