Prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis using parasitological methods in Kanchipuram.

Dr.Nagajothi A; Dr.Muthulakshmi K

Volume : VII, Issue : IX, September - 2018

Prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis using parasitological methods in Kanchipuram.

Dr. Nagajothi A, Dr. Muthulakshmi K

Abstract :

Inhuman,Trichomonas vaginalis infection is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. It is a parasitic protozoan and it causes vaginitis, cervicitis, and urethritis in females.It is a major public health problem due to correlation with HIV transmission.The prevalence rate of infection has been reported between 2% to 8%, depending on various socioeconomic status. In this context, this study was conducted to determine the prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis infection among the females of reproductive age group attending OPD of gynaecology department in a tertiary care hospital, Kanchipuram.

Materials and Methods:During May2017 to October2017,250 vaginal discharge samples were obtained fromwoman attending OPD of gynaecology department in a tertiary care hospital, Kanchipuram.The prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis was determined by using wet mount examination &culture–based methods.

Results:10 out of 250 vaginal swab specimens (4%) were wet mount positive for Trichomonas vaginalis and 12 of these specimens (4.8%) were culture positive. In the above population, theprevalence rate of Trichomonas vaginalis was estimated as (4.8%) based on culture method.

Conclusion:This study showed a relatively low prevalence rate of Trichomonas vaginalis infection in the study population. Due to adverse outcome of disease and its correlation with HIV transmission, there is agreat need for public education regarding the implementation of personal hygiene measures and prevention of inappropriate sexual contacts.