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Sexually Transmitted Infections among Sex Workers and Their Clients in Cotonou (Benin) in 2015: Prevalence and Risk Factors

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Wolfe A, Aten A and Schrock JW

Introduction: In the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the most vulnerable populations are sex workers (SWs). The objective of our study was to determine the prevalence and risk factors of STIs for SWs and their clients in a hospital in Cotonou, Benin.

Methods: A cross-sectional and prospective survey was conducted at the STI clinic in Cotonou, from November 2014 to April 2015. SWs and their clients who consulted in the clinic were included after informed consent. The diagnosis of STI was essentially based on the syndromic approach.

Results: At least one STI was diagnosed in 231 SWs out of 346 and 45 out of 49 clients, ... view more»

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