title: Sexually transmitted protozoal infections. Trichomonas vaginalis, Entamoeba histolytica, and Giardia lamblia.
abstract: Collectively, protozoa account for the largest number of STDs worldwide. Although these organisms can be eradicated effectively in the individual patient, their high asymptomatic carriage rate appears to have a significant influence on their continued transmission. The best hope for eradication of these organisms lies in a high index of suspicion in high-risk populations and the careful evaluation and treatment of sexual partners of infected persons.
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, New York.
authors.forename: R M
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Moldwin
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004748:Entamoeba histolytica; D004749:Entamoebiasis / Q000635:transmission*; D005260:Female; D016829:Giardia lamblia; D005873:Giardiasis / Q000635:transmission*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012749:Sexually Transmitted Diseases / Q000469:parasitology*; D014245:Trichomonas Infections / Q000635:transmission*; D014246:Trichomonas vaginalis