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First case of chancroid in 14 years at the largest STI clinic in Paris, France
We report the first case of chancroid seen at our clinic in 14 years. It was diagnosed by nuclear acid amplification test in a male patient returning from Madagascar. Although the disease is considered on the verge of disappearance even in tropical countries, its real potential for reemergence – due to new strains of Haemophilus ducreyi, underreporting and a lack of widespread use of molecular testing – could be underestimated. (Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS)
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Fouere, S., Lassau, F., Rousseau, C., Bagot, M., Janier, M. Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

A re-audit of the management of gonorrhoea
was undertaken in 2014. Six out of nine auditable outcomes were met in the second audit (2014) compared with three out of eight in the first audit (2012). The new measures that were introduced following the original audit may have helped to improve outcomes. However, electronic patient records were introduced in December 2012. Documentation was much improved with the use of patient record templates and this has contributed considerably to the improved outcomes. (Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS)
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Ekanayaka, R., Challenor, R. Tags: Audit reports Source Type: research

The management of isolated positive syphilis enzyme immunoassay results in HIV-negative patients attending a sexual health clinic
An unconfirmed positive treponemal enzyme immunoassay (enzyme immunoassay positive, Treponema pallidum particle agglutination negative and rapid plasma reagin negative) presents a clinical challenge to distinguish early syphilis infection from false-positive results. These cases are referred for syphilis line assay (INNO-LIA) and recalled for repeat syphilis serology. We performed a retrospective audit to establish the proportion of HIV-negative cases with unconfirmed positive enzyme immunoassay results, the proportion of these cases that received an INNO-LIA test and repeat syphilis serology testing and reviewed the clini...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Thorley, N., Adebayo, M., Smit, E., Radcliffe, K. Tags: Audit reports Source Type: research

HIV prevalence, sexual behaviours and engagement in HIV medical care among an online sample of sexually active MSM in Venezuela
In Venezuela, members of a social and sexual partner networking site for men who have sex with men (MSM) completed an online survey regarding sexual behaviours and HIV medical care. Among the 2851 respondents, self-reported HIV prevalence was 6.6%. Of participants living with HIV, 73.2% reported taking antiretroviral medication and 56.6% reported complete adherence within the past month. Participants living with HIV were more likely to be older (aOR = 1.04 per one-year increase in age, 95% CI: 1.02, 1.06) and diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection in the previous year (aOR 3.26, 95% CI: 2.11, 5.04). These data pro...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Perez-Brumer, A. G., Oldenburg, C. E., Biello, K. B., Novak, D. S., Rosenberger, J. G., Mimiaga, M. J. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

Association between sexual role and HIV status among Peruvian men who have sex with men seeking an HIV test: a cross-sectional analysis
In Latin America, sexual role, sexual identity and sexual practices are intricately related; the roles activo, pasivo and moderno often encompass sexual identity and sexual practices. We aimed to understand the association between sexual role and HIV status in Peruvian men who have sex with men. HIV-testing services at Epicentro Salud, a Peruvian gay men’s health centre, were paired with clinic data on demographics and sexual behaviour. Bidirectional stepwise logistic regression was conducted to determine associations between sexual role and HIV status. Of 366 clients who underwent HIV testing, 86 (23.5%) tested posi...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: McLean, S. A., Galea, J. T., Prudden, H. J., Calvo, G., Sanchez, H., Brown, B. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

Non-medical use of prescription drugs and HIV risk behaviour in transgender women in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States
Male-to-female transgender women (TGW) experience high rates of substance use and HIV. A recent substance use trend is the use of prescription medication without a doctor’s consent. No research to date has examined the associations between this non-medical use of prescription drugs and HIV risk behaviour in TGW. In the present study, TGW recruited from community venues (N = 104) in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States completed surveys assessing demographic information, non-medical use of prescription drugs, other substance use, injection practices and sexual risk behaviour. Twenty-four per cent of the sample...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Benotsch, E. G., Zimmerman, R. S., Cathers, L., Pierce, J., McNulty, S., Heck, T., Perrin, P. B., Snipes, D. J. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

A comparison of younger and older men who have sex with men using data from Jamaica AIDS Support for Life: characteristics associated with HIV status
Jamaica is home to over 10% of the Caribbean’s HIV-positive population. Men who have sex with men (MSM) have a higher prevalence of HIV compared to the general public. Thus, the purpose of this study is to assess characteristics associated with HIV, such as condom use and number of sexual partners, comparing young, those aged 18–24, to older, aged 25 and older, MSM in Jamaica. We hypothesised, and found support for the notion, that younger MSM would have a lower rate of some risky behaviours associated with HIV seropositivity. Service data for 160 self-selected MSM aged 18–62, from Kingston, Jamaica were ...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Budhwani, H., Hearld, K. R., Barrow, G., Peterson, S. N., Walton-Levermore, K. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

Long-term seroprotective response of trivalent seasonal influenza vaccine in HIV-infected children, regardless of immunogenicity before immunisation
Influenza vaccination can reduce disease in HIV-infected children. The durability of the antibody response after trivalent influenza vaccine is important for management. The aim of this prospective study was to assess the durability of seroprotection for trivalent influenza vaccine strains and the factors effecting seroprotective response regardless of immunogenicity before trivalent influenza vaccine at one and six months after immunisation. Hemagglutination inhibition assay was done at one and six months. Seventy-five HIV-infected children were enrolled after vaccination. Four children were lost to follow-up. None of the...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Moolasart, V., Manosuthi, W., Ausavapipit, J., Chottanapund, S., Likanonsakul, S., Uttayamakul, S., Srisopha, S., Lerdsamran, H., Puthavathana, P. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

High rates of cervical cancer among HIV-infected women at a referral hospital in Malawi
Cervical cancer is the most common cancer among women in Malawi. National guidelines recommend screening women aged 30–45 years every five years; however, no specific recommendations exist for women with HIV. We aimed to assess the frequency of high-grade dysplasia (CIN 2 or CIN3) and cervical cancer among women in central Malawi and to examine associations with CIN2+ (CIN2/3 or cancer). We extracted cervical Pap smear, biopsy, loop electrosurgical excision procedure and uterine specimen reports from a hospital pathology database from November 2012 to November 2013. We used logistic regression to estimate association...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Kohler, R. E., Tang, J., Gopal, S., Chinula, L., Hosseinipour, M. C., Liomba, N. G., Chiudzu, G. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

The generational effect on age disparate partnerships and the risk for human immunodeficiency virus and sexually transmitted infections acquisition
In South Africa, a large proportion of young women are in age disparate relationships, which is believed to be a risk factor for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The aim of this study was to determine the generational effect of age disparity on HIV and sexually transmitted infection (STI) incidence. Socio-demographic and behavioural data were collected from women, aged 16 and older, who were followed for up to 24 months. Women who reported having a steady sexual partner older than themselves were categorised into: (1) non-age disparate partnerships (age difference between partners was 0–4 years); (2) intra-generat...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Street, R. A., Reddy, T., Ramjee, G. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

Early syphilis affects markers of HIV infection
The objective of this study was to investigate if early syphilis infection affects markers of HIV infection; CD4 T cells and viral load (VL). A retrospective study was performed on 160 HIV-positive patients (111 receiving antiretroviral therapy [ART] and 49 without ART). Early syphilis diagnosis was made in HIV patients during their follow-up at the HIV/AIDS Unit at a Greek Dermatology and Venereology Unit. The patients’ blood tests were available at the time of diagnosis, as well as before and 12 weeks after early syphilis diagnosis. CD4 T cell counts and VL levels were measured. It was found that syphilis infection...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Kotsafti, O., Paparizos, V., Kourkounti, S., Chatziioannou, A., Nicolaidou, E., Kapsimali, V., Antoniou, C. Tags: Original research articles Source Type: research

UK guideline for the use of HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Following Sexual Exposure, 2015
We present the updated British Association for Sexual Health and HIV guidelines for HIV post-exposure prophylaxis following sexual exposure (PEPSE). This document includes a review of the current data to support the use of PEPSE, considers how to calculate the risks of infection after a potential exposure, and provides recommendations on when PEPSE should and should not be considered. We also review which medications to use for PEPSE, provide a checklist for initial assessment, and make recommendations for monitoring individuals receiving PEPSE. Special scenarios, cost-effectiveness of PEPSE, and issues relating to service...
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - July 31, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Cresswell, F., Waters, L., Briggs, E., Fox, J., Harbottle, J., Hawkins, D., Murchie, M., Radcliffe, K., Rafferty, P., Rodger, A., Fisher, M. Tags: Guidelines Source Type: research

Onychomadesis in a male patient with secondary syphilis
(Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS)
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - June 6, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Di Biagio, A., Taramasso, L., Gustinetti, G., Riccardi, N., Viscoli, C. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

In response to 'Successful treatment of refractory Trichomonas vaginalis infection using intravenous metronidazole by Hawkins et al.
(Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS)
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - June 6, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Mensforth, S., Goodall, L. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

QFT-IT for diagnosing and screening TB infection in HIV patients: CD4 cells count as an important influential factor
(Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS)
Source: International Journal of STD and AIDS - June 6, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Dai, Q., Lu, W., Hou, W. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research