Screening of Oropharynx and Anorectum Increases Prevalence of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae Infection in Female STD Clinic Visitors

Abstract

Inclusion of oropharyngeal and anorectal tests in the STD screening protocol increases the prevalence of chlamydia and gonorrhea in women. Screening of anatomical sites based on sexual history is preferred over a symptom-based protocol.