Publications by authors named "Mafalda Pestana"
Demographic and Clinical Characteristics of Mpox Patients Attending an STD Clinic in Lisbon.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- Mpox, caused by the monkeypox virus, transitioned from primarily animal-to-human transmission to significant human-to-human sexual transmission during the 2022 global outbreak.
- Researchers investigated the epidemiology and clinical features of 291 patients with mpox, revealing that 107 patients also had a total of 169 other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
- The study highlights the importance of comprehensive medical histories and complete STI screenings for those diagnosed with or suspected to have mpox.
Article Synopsis
- * By sequencing 52% of confirmed cases, researchers uncovered key sublineages of the mpox virus and found evidence of early emergence and spread in Portugal, particularly among men who have sex with men.
- * The findings emphasize the importance of sexual networks and events like saunas in the virus's spread, showcasing genomic epidemiology as a valuable tool for monitoring and controlling mpox outbreaks and informing vaccine strategies.
Article Synopsis
- Since May 2022, nonendemic countries have experienced a monkeypox outbreak with unique clinical and epidemiological features.
- The outbreak mainly impacts sexually active individuals, displaying mucocutaneous lesions primarily in perioral, genital, and anal regions.
- A retrospective study in Lisbon aimed to characterize patients diagnosed with monkeypox, focusing on those with significant mucosal involvement.