Per-partnership transmission probabilities for Chlamydia trachomatis infection: evidence synthesis of population-based survey data.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chlamydia is the most commonly diagnosed sexually transmitted infection worldwide. Mathematical models used to plan and assess control measures rely on accurate estimates of chlamydia's natural history, including the probability of transmission within a partnership. Several methods for estimating transmission probability have been proposed, but all have limitations.

Methods

We have developed a new model for estimating per-partnership chlamydia transmission probabilities from infected to uninfected individuals, using data from population-based surveys. We used data on sexual behaviour and prevalent chlamydia infection from the second UK National Study of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles (Natsal-2) and the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys 2009-201

SUBMITTER: Lewis J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8128448 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature