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Criteria for Selective Screening for Chlamydia trachomatis

Maarit Paukku, Riika Kilpikari, Mirja Puolakkainen, Hanna Oksanen, Dan Apter, Jorma Paavonen

Sexually Transmitted Diseases · 2003 · 27 citations · 17 references

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Abstract

Because of its feasibility, age appears to still be the best screening criterion. However, extension of the screening to include women up to 30 years of age should be considered.

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Cost-benefit analysis of first-void urine chlamydia trachomatis screening program

Jorma Paavonen · Obstetrics and Gynecology · 1998 · 96 citations