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September 10, 2025

Prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis in Females Presenting in Preterm: A Cross-Sectional Study

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ZSZaiba SherHHHuma HabibNKNagina Khaliq

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Overview

Cross-sectional study finds 33% of females present with bacterial vaginosis in preterm labor, indicating links to STDs.

Key Points

  • 33% of females presenting in preterm labor tested positive for bacterial vaginosis, highlighting a significant concern.
  • A history of sexually transmitted diseases was significantly associated with bacterial vaginosis (p = 0.002), indicating a potential risk factor.
  • Age, BMI, and gestational age were not correlated with bacterial vaginosis, emphasizing specific risk factors for this condition.
  • Findings suggest the need for routine screening for bacterial vaginosis in women presenting with preterm labor due to its prevalence.

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Sher et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1b81854b1d3bfb60ec19dhttps://doi.org/10.71104/jsogp.v15i3.909
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