Demographic Variations in the Prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae Infections among Females Attending Healthcare Facilities in Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Background: Trichomonas vaginalis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae are two pathogens of public health importance, which are sexually transmitted, highly prevalent, underdiagnosed and affecting millions of people globally.This study was aimed at finding out the prevalence of T. vaginalis and N. gonorrhoeae among females in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.Methodology: This cross-sectional, retrospective study reviewed medical laboratory records of 351 females attending public and private healthcare facilities including walk-in patients in a medical laboratory facility.The records covered High Vaginal Swab (HVS) and endocervical swabs (ECS) and cultures, with complete information on demographic characteristics and microbiological isolates.
Authors: Chidi L. C. Ndukwu, Ijeoma F. Ndu
Institution: Federal University Otuoke
Language: English
Subfield: Microbiology
Field: Immunology and Microbiology
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W4404968444