Comparison of cervico-vaginal colonization among sexually active women by intrauterine device use
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Comparison of cervico-vaginal colonization among sexually active women by intrauterine device use.
INTRODUCTION In this study we aimed to evaluate the effect of intrauterine devices (IUDs) on cervico-vaginal colonization. METHODOLOGY Cervico-vaginal samples of 96 patients with vaginal discharge were included in the study. Microscopic evaluation, bacteriological and fungal culture, and antigen testing for Chlamydia trachomatis using an immunochromatographic test method were performed. RES...
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عنوان ژورنال: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries
سال: 2015
ISSN: 1972-2680
DOI: 10.3855/jidc.6006