Abstract:IntroductionWe established whether number of sexual partners and vulnerability factors were associated with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in <16 year olds.MethodsData was captured on <16’s attending a GUM clinic 01/01/15–31/12/15, using a standardised electronic proforma. Data collected: Demographics, appointment type, postcode, STIs, pregnancy, contraception, number of sexual partners and vulnerability factors (mental health, drug use, history of abuse, known to outside agencies, gang involveme… Show more
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