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November 30, 2025Sexual Health

High prevalence of sexually transmitted infections among pregnant women in southern Ethiopia: evidence from routine laboratory diagnosis

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MEMeskerem EbidoZMZeleke MekonnenCLCarl Lachat

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Overview

Cross-sectional study reports 12.2% STI prevalence in pregnant women, highlighting inadequate antenatal care screenings.

Key Points

  • Of the 743 women, 91 (12.2%) were diagnosed with at least one STI, with 62.6% being asymptomatic, emphasizing overlooked infections.
  • Prevalence rates were associated with social, economic, and biological risk factors, pinpointing high-risk groups for targeted interventions.
  • Cross-sectional study utilized routine diagnostic methods like Gram stain for Neisseria gonorrhoeae and wet mount for Trichomonas vaginalis.
  • Findings underscore the need for improved laboratory-based screening in antenatal care to address STIs effectively.

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Ebido et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/692b94261d383f2b2a37851ahttps://doi.org/10.1071/sh25171
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