Publications by authors named "Cai-yan Xu"
[Prevalence and determinants of lower reproductive tract infections among women aged 25 - 54 years in Beijing].
Zhonghua Liu Xing Bing Xue Za Zhi
February 2010
Article Synopsis
- A study was conducted to assess the prevalence and risk factors for common lower reproductive tract infections (RTIs) among women aged 25 - 54 in Beijing, focusing on bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and vulvovaginal candidiasis.
- Out of 6,339 women, the overall RTI prevalence was found to be 11.4%, with bacterial vaginosis being the most common at 8.7%, and factors significantly linked to infections included age, profession, income, number of sex partners, and condom use.
- The findings indicated that the prevalence of these infections in Beijing was lower compared to other regions in China, with specific demographics at higher risk, particularly women aged 30