Prevalence of sexually transmitted infections among military personnel: a systematic review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Military personnel are a unique population with heightened vulnerability to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), often exhibiting higher prevalence rates than civilians due to demographic, environmental and occupational factors. These vulnerabilities underscore the need for global prevalence estimates to guide effective, evidence-based interventions. This study aims to quantify the global burden of STIs among military personnel, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date assessment.

Methods and analysis

This systematic review will follow the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Guidelines (2020). Using the CoCoPop (Condition, Context, and Population) framework, a comprehensive search strategy will be conducted in MEDLINE, Embase, Gl

SUBMITTER: Shoemaker ES 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12666033 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature