STI testing and subsequent clinic attendance amongst test negative asymptomatic users of an internet STI testing service; one-year retrospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To explore the characteristics of online STI test users, and assess the frequency and factors associated with subsequent service use following a negative online STI test screen in individuals without symptoms.

Methods

One-year retrospective study of online and clinic STI testing within a large integrated sexual health service (Umbrella in Birmingham and Solihull, England) between January and December 2017. A multivariable analysis of sociodemographic and behavioural characteristics of patients was conducted. Sexual health clinic appointments occurring within 90 days of a negative STI test, in asymptomatic individuals who tested either online or in clinic were determined. Factors associated with online STI testing and subsequent clinic use were determined using generalize

SUBMITTER: Ayinde O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9907837 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature