Prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Disease Infection in Women Alleging Rape

Ag, Davies; Jc, Clay

doi:10.1097/00007435-199209000-00012

Cited by 13 publications

(7 citation statements)

References 5 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Similar prevalence ® ndings are demonstrated in other published studies both in the UK 3,4 and USA 5,6 but prevalence rates have been shown to vary widely depending on the population studied and known risk factors for STIs 6,7 . The risk of acquiring an STI as a result of rape is not known.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 88%

See 1 more Smart Citation

Should we offer antibiotic prophylaxis post sexual assault?

2003

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Our objective was to assess whether antibiotic prophylaxis should be offered to women post sexual assault by considering acceptability of prophylaxis, follow up attendance rates and the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in these women. Retrospective case notes review of female survivors of rape or sexual assault attending the Rose Clinic, Ambrose King Centre, Royal London Hospital between 1 January 1997 and 31 May 1999 was carried out. The following selection criteria were applied: age greater than 16 years; attending within two weeks of assault; having experienced vaginal and/or anal penetration. All women were screened for STI using standard investigation methods detailed below. Antibiotic prophylaxis was offered within two weeks of the assault, the antibiotic regimens used as recommended. The women were invited to attend for results at two weeks and offered a further screen at three months post assault. Bacterial vaginosis was present in 32% of the women screened, Chlamydia trachomatis was identified in 8%, none tested positive for Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Of the 25 women who were offered antibiotic prophylaxis, 88% accepted. Follow up attendances were 57% at two weeks and 30% at three months. Antibiotic prophylaxis was acceptable to women. Among recent rape victims, follow-up rates are low confirmed by our study. These factors support the use of antibiotic prophylaxis post sexual assault. There was an apparently high prevalence of STIs amongst women in this study. More research is required with respect to this aspect of the work and to consider the cost-benefit analysis of antibiotic prophylaxis.

show abstract

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 88%

“…As has been observed in other studies, it is not yet possible to compare this with the general population because of lack of data. There are dif® culties of screening for STIs in the community and symptoms are not a good indicator for the existence of infection 3 .…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Should we offer antibiotic prophylaxis post sexual assault?

2003

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…4,8,24 Studies have shown that up to one-third of female rape survivors may have ulcerative and nonulcerative bacterial sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) that increase the risk of HIV transmission. [26][27][28]31 This study examines the prevalence of physical and sexual partner violence by intimate and commercial sexual partners among 105 female street-based sex workers. It also describes the relationship between sexual and physical abuse from commercial sexual partners and the following factors:…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Correlates of Partner Violence Among Female Street-Based Sex Workers: Substance Abuse, History of Childhood Abuse, and HIV Risks

El‐Bassel¹,

Witte²,

Wada³

et al. 2001

AIDS Patient Care and STDs

262

238

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This study examines the prevalence of physical and sexual abuse by intimate and commercial sexual partners among street-based sex workers and explores correlates of partner abuse by commercial partners using the following factors: sociodemographics, substance abuse, sexual behavior, and physical and sexual childhood abuse. One hundred thirteen street sex workers were recruited from December 1996 through May 1997 while receiving services from the Foundations for Research on Sexually Transmitted Diseases (FROST'D), a nonprofit organization based in New York City. Partner abuse is a common occurrence among street sex workers. Two of three street prostitutes have experienced lifetime physical or sexual abuse by either an intimate or commercial partner. In addition, one of eight reported physical and sexual abuse by both intimate and commercial partners during her lifetime. Women who were homeless in the last year, those who reported exchanging for drugs and money as their main source of income, used injection drugs in the past year and had sex in crack houses, and who were human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positive were more likely to be report combined physical and sexual abuse. Understanding the relationship between partner violence, victim's substance abuse, and HIV-risk behavior is important for the development of public policies and treatment and prevention strategies to address the constellation of problems that drug-using female street sex workers face.

show abstract

“…Sexually transmitted diseases can be found in 9–43% of a group of victims subjected to sexual abuse, depending on the study and population 4,9,15–17 . The risk of infection following sexual abuse justifies a thorough medical examination and screening for sexually transmitted infections.…”

Section: Acute Consequences Of Sexual Abusementioning

confidence: 99%

Dermatological symptoms and sexual abuse: a review and case reports

Harth¹,

Linse²

2000

Acad Dermatol Venereol

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Dermatological symptoms in cases of sexual abuse can be very diverse. To establish a causal relationship between skin diseases and sexual abuse is particularly difficult. In dermatology, three main areas of presentation can be identified. ACUTE CONSEQUENCES: Direct injuries found on the genitalia and body. Behaviour and psychological changes seen. Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) may be identified, after an appropriate incubation period. LONG-TERM CONSEQUENCES: In the long term, even decades later, patients may manifest with a wide spectrum of psychosomatic manifestations of skin diseases, particularly factitious disorders. IMITATIONS: A group whose skin manifestations may mimic and be mistaken for sexual abuse. The initial suspicion of sexual abuse and the need for specific questioning and investigations can lead to a disturbance in the doctor-patient relationship.

show abstract

Prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Disease Infection in Women Alleging Rape

Cited by 13 publications

References 5 publications

Should we offer antibiotic prophylaxis post sexual assault?

Should we offer antibiotic prophylaxis post sexual assault?

Correlates of Partner Violence Among Female Street-Based Sex Workers: Substance Abuse, History of Childhood Abuse, and HIV Risks

Dermatological symptoms and sexual abuse: a review and case reports

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About