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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 83: e0011, 2024. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-1535606

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RESUMO Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi revisar os aspectos clínicos e patológicos da catarata congênita secundária às infecções por sífilis, toxoplasmose, rubéola, citomegalovírus e herpes simples. Métodos: Trata-se de uma revisão de literatura, na qual foram incluídos artigos de periódicos indexados às bases de dados PubMed®, Cochrane, Lilacs, Embase e SciELO de 2010 a 2023. Resultados: Foram encontrados 45 artigos, e, após seleção, restaram 9 artigos. Além disso, foram adicionados artigos para enriquecer a discussão. A infecção por sífilis está relacionada a alterações corneanas. O citomegalovírus e a toxoplasmose estão relacionados com a coriorretinite e/ou microftalmia. A rubéola é responsável por causar catarata, glaucoma, microftalmia e retinite em sal e pimenta. Conclusão: Foram abordadas as principais etiologias infecciosas e seu quadro clínico na CC. O melhor tratamento para CC é cirúrgico associado a acompanhamento clínico, mas a prevenção é a maneira mais eficaz de combater a CC de etiologia infecciosa. O diagnóstico precoce e o tratamento efetivo previnem alterações e sequelas visuais irreversíveis. Nesse contexto, mostram-se importantes as ações de políticas públicas para o melhor desfecho clínico e melhor qualidade de vida.


ABSTRACT Objective: To review the clinical and pathological aspects of CC secondary to infections by syphilis, toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex. Methods: This is a literature review. Articles from journals indexed to PubMed, COCHRANE, LILACS, EMBASE and SCIELO from 2010 to 2023 were included. Results: A total of 45 articles were found, which, after selection, remained in 9 articles. Some articles were included to enrich the discussion in this topic. The infection caused by syphilis is related to corneal changes. Cytomegalovirus and Toxoplasmosis due to chorioretinitis and/or microphthalmia. Rubella is responsible for causing cataracts, glaucoma, microphthalmia, and salt and pepper retinitis. Conclusion: The main infectious etiologies and their clinical status in CC were addressed. The best treatment for CC is surgery associated with clinical follow-up, but prevention is the most effective way to combat CC of infectious etiology. Early diagnosis and effective treatment prevent irreversible visual changes and sequelae. In this context, public policy actions are important for the best clinical outcome and better quality of life.


Subject(s)
Humans , Pregnancy Complications, Infectious , Rubella/complications , Cataract/congenital , Cataract/etiology , Syphilis/complications , Toxoplasmosis/complications , Cytomegalovirus , Herpes Zoster/complications
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DST j. bras. doenças sex. transm ; 35jan. 31, 2023. ilus
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1429009

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Introduction: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by Treponema pallidum bacterium, which impact on a significant increase in contagions reported worldwide, bringing up the need of urgent actions to ensure the control, treatment, and diagnosis of the disease. Objective: Given this context, this work presents a bibliographical review on syphilis, aiming to describe the most common oral manifestations that occur on the four stages of this infection. Methods: For the literature review, the searches were carried out in the PubMed, Science Direct, Scientific Electronic Library Online, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature and databases of Virtual Health Library. Results: Regarding the primary syphilis, the main clinical manifestations in the oral cavity include chancres in the palate, buccal mucosa, tongue, and lips. In the secondary stage, the presence of diffuse and nonspecific oral lesions was identified. In tertiary syphilis, stomatitis and glossitis are present, being the hard palate and the tongue the main affected regions. In congenital syphilis, the patients are affected with dental and jaw malformations. Conclusion: The clinical manifestations of syphilis in the oral cavity can appear at any stage of the infection, being the oral cavity the second most affected region by this sexually transmitted infection. Therefore, the knowledge regarding this subject is extremely important for health professionals, as well as for the population, being essential to carry out the correct diagnosis and adequate treatment for the rapid cure of this infection (AU)


Introdução: A sífilis é uma infecção sexualmente transmissível oriunda da bactéria Treponema Pallidum, com transmissão através de relações sexuais sem o uso de preservativos ou por contato com lesões contaminadas. Nos últimos anos, diversos novos casos estão sendo reportados de forma alarmante, mostrando uma realidade dura sobre as dificuldades do diagnóstico da doença. Objetivo: Diante desse contexto, este trabalho apresenta uma revisão bibliográfica sobre a sífilis, com o objetivo de descrever as manifestações orais mais comuns nos quatros estágios possíveis da doença. Métodos: Para a revisão de literatura, realizou-se a busca dos artigos nas bases de pesquisas PubMed, Science Direct, Scientific Electronic Library Online, Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde e Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde. Resultados: Observou-se que, na sífilis primária, as principais manifestações clínicas na cavidade oral ocorrem com a presença de cancros no palato, na mucosa jugal, na língua e nos lábios. No estágio secundário, identificou-se a presença de lesões orais difusas e inespecíficas. Na sífilis terciária, podem ocorrer estomatites e glossites, sendo o palato duro e a língua as principais regiões acometidas. Na sífilis congênita, os possíveis sinais clínicos na cavidade oral são malformações dentárias e nos maxilares. Conclusões: As manifestações clínicas da sífilis na cavidade oral podem surgir em qualquer estágio da infecção, sendo a cavidade oral a segunda região com maior acometimento da infecção. Portanto, é de extrema importância o conhecimento das manifestações orais da sífilis pelos profissionais da área da saúde, bem como pela população, sendo fundamental o correto diagnóstico e tratamento rápido para a cura precoce da doença. (AU)


Subject(s)
Humans , Syphilis/complications , Mouth Diseases/etiology , Syphilis, Congenital/complications
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Rev. chil. infectol ; 39(3): 340-344, jun. 2022. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-1407784

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Resumen El linfogranuloma venéreo (LGV) es una infección de transmisión sexual (ITS) causada por Chlamydia trachomatis. En los últimos años, ha emergido principalmente en hombres que tienen sexo con hombres (HSH). Es frecuente su asociación con otras ITS como el virus de inmunodeficiencia humana (VIH) y la sífilis. Si bien el compromiso genital es la forma de presentación clásica, el síndrome anorrectal constituye el principal cuadro clínico en la actualidad. Presentamos el caso de un HSH con infección por VIH en terapia anti-retroviral, herpes genital recurrente y sífilis latente tratada, sin viajes recientes al extranjero, con adenopatías inguinales fistulizadas a piel, asociada a una úlcera genital dolorosa, sin síntomas anorrectales ni sistémicos, refractario a múltiples tratamientos antibacterianos y antivirales. El estudio con RPC de secreción de la fístula fue positiva a C. trachomatis. Se trató con doxiciclina por seis semanas, con buena respuesta clínica, sin complicaciones.


Abstract Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a sexually transmitted infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria. In the past years, it has emerged as a relevant infectious agent, mainly affecting men who have sex with men (MSM), frequently associated with other sexually transmitted infections as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and syphilis. Even though genital lesions correspond to the classical presentation of LGV, nowadays anorectal syndrome is more frequently reported. We present a MSM patient, HIV infected, being treated with antiretroviral drugs, with a history of recurrent genital herpes, also recently treated for a syphilis in a latent stage. He had no recent trips. He referred inguinal fistulized enlarged lymph nodes, associated with a painful genital ulcer, he denied anorectal or systemic symptoms. He had been treated with multiple antibiotic and antiviral drugs, with no clinical response. Molecular studies from the content of the fistulized lymph node identified C. trachomatis. The patient received doxycycline for 6 weeks, showing good clinical response.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Adult , Lymphogranuloma Venereum/complications , Lymphogranuloma Venereum/diagnosis , Lymphogranuloma Venereum/drug therapy , Sexually Transmitted Diseases , Sexual and Gender Minorities , Antiviral Agents/therapeutic use , Syphilis/complications , Syphilis/diagnosis , Syphilis/drug therapy , HIV Infections/complications , HIV Infections/drug therapy , Chile , Chlamydia trachomatis , Doxycycline/therapeutic use , Homosexuality, Male , Genitalia/pathology , Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use
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Dermatol. argent ; 27(1): 25-27, ene.-mar. 2021. il
Article in Spanish | LILACS, BINACIS | ID: biblio-1361643

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La dermatosis IgA lineal del adulto es una enfermedad que pertenece al grupo de las dermatosis ampollares adquiridas. De etiología desconocida e infrecuente, se presenta en adultos mayores y se asocia a múltiples fármacos, neoplasias y enfermedades autoinmunes e infecciosas. Se presenta el caso de un paciente con una dermatosis IgA lineal asociada a una sífilis secundaria.


Linear bullous IgA dermatosis of adult is a disease that belongs to the group of acquired bullous dermatoses. It is of unknown aetiology and infrequent in adults and is associated with drugs, neoplasms, autoimmune and infectious diseases. We present a case of a male patient in whom a linear IgA dermatosis and secondary syphilis coexist.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Adult , Syphilis/complications , Linear IgA Bullous Dermatosis/drug therapy , Penicillin G Benzathine/administration & dosage , Syphilis Serodiagnosis , Dapsone/administration & dosage , Linear IgA Bullous Dermatosis/diagnosis
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Arq. neuropsiquiatr ; 79(2): 103-106, Feb. 2021. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1153159

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ABSTRACT Background: Syphilis is an endemic disease, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, with vascular involvement in large vessels (aortitis), but no clear relationship with stroke patients, except for those who presented with meningovascular neurosyphilis. Objective: To investigate the relationship between a positive history of syphilis determined by serological testing and ischemic stroke etiology, particularly small vessel disease (SVD). Methods: In total, 269 first-ever ischemic stroke patients admitted to the stroke unit were tested for syphilis. Patients with neurosyphilis were excluded. All patients were classified according to the ASCOD phenotyping as SVD — when SVD was the potential causal mechanism (S1) — or non-SVD — when SVD was uncertain (S2), unlike (S3), or not detected (S0). Results: Syphilis was positive in 32 (12%) patients. When comparing patients with positive and negative serology, the only significant difference was SVD as the causal mechanism (S1) in patients with positive results: 9 (28%) vs. 22 (9%), p<0.01. Conclusion: The current study showed that the frequency of positive syphilis serological test was higher in patients with first-ever ischemic stroke and SVD as the potential causal mechanism. This finding could be related to the endothelial dysfunction occurring in syphilis.


RESUMO Introdução: A sífilis é uma doença endêmica, especialmente em países de baixa e média renda, com acometimento vascular descrito em grandes vasos (aortite), porém nenhuma relação clara foi reconhecida em paciente com acidente vascular cerebral, exceto para aqueles com sífilis meningovascular. Objetivos: Investigar a relação entre história positiva de sífilis determinada pelo status sorológico e o mecanismo do acidente vascular cerebral isquêmico, particularmente doença de pequenos vasos. Métodos: Ao todo, 269 pacientes com AVC isquêmico foram testados para sífilis. Pacientes com diagnóstico de neurossífilis foram excluídos. Todos os pacientes foram classificados segundo o fenótipo ASCOD quando a doença de pequenos vasos era o mecanismo causal provável (S1) ou não-pequenos vasos quando este mecanismo era incerto (S2), pouco provável (S3) ou não detectado (S0). Resultados: O teste para sífilis foi positivo em 32 (12%) pacientes. Quando comparados, pacientes com sorologia positiva e o grupo com teste não reagente, a única diferença significativa foi a doença de pequenos vasos como mecanismo causal (S1) em pacientes com sorologia positiva: 9 (28%) vs. 22 (9%), p<0.01. Conclusão: O presente estudo mostra que o teste sorológico positivo para sífilis tem maior ocorrência em pacientes com o primeiro AVC isquêmico com a doença de pequenos vasos como um mecanismo causal possível. Tal achado pode estar relacionado à disfunção endotelial que ocorre durante a sífilis.


Subject(s)
Humans , Syphilis/complications , Syphilis/epidemiology , Brain Ischemia/complications , Stroke , Ischemic Stroke , Syphilis Serodiagnosis
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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 80(4): e0025, 2021. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1288629

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ABSTRACT Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum. Ocular involvement can occur at any time, and it may affect 10% of patients in the secondary stage, and from 2% to 5% in the tertiary stage. Uveitis is the most common presentation of ocular syphilis, affecting 0.4% to 8% of patients with systemic disease. Chorioretinitis is the most common posterior alteration. We present the case of a 53-year-old male patient, presenting with bilateral low visual acuity and nyctalopia for 3 years. His physical examination revealed decreased pupillary reflex, anterior vitreous cells, physiologic papillae, arteriolar attenuation, reduced foveal reflex, diffuse retinal pigment epithelium atrophy, peripapillary and perivascular punctate pigment accumulation and peripheral chorioretinitis. Full-field electroretinogram was extinct in both eyes. Treponemal syphilis test was positive. Previously diagnosed as retinitis pigmentosa, evolved to blindness, despite proper treatment. Our case shows syphilis as a significant cause of blindness. Atypical presentations of retinitis pigmentosa must warn ophthalmologists to etiologies of pseudoretinitis pigmentosa, such as syphilis.


RESUMO A sífilis é uma infecção sexualmente transmissível causada pela espiroqueta Treponema pallidum. A sífilis ocular pode ocorrer em qualquer estágio da doença, chegando a 10% na forma secundária e a 2% a 5% em sua forma terciária. A uveíte é a manifestação ocular mais comum, ocorrendo em 0,4% a 8% dos pacientes com a doença sistêmica. A coriorretinite é a manifestação mais comum do segmento posterior. Apresentamos o caso de um paciente do sexo masculino, 53 anos, com queixa de baixa acuidade visual e nictalopia há ٣ anos. Seu exame físico revelou lentificação dos reflexos pupilares, celularidade no vítreo anterior, papilas fisiológicas, atenuação arteriolar, redução do reflexo foveal, atrofia difusa do epitélio pigmentar da retina, acúmulo punctato de pigmento em regiões peripapilar e perivascular e coriorretinite periférica. Eletrorretinograma de campo total extinto em ambos os olhos. O teste treponêmico foi positivo. Foi previamente diagnosticado como portador de retinose pigmentar, evoluindo com cegueira, a despeito do tratamento correto instituído. Esse caso mostra a sífilis como importante causadora de cegueira. Casos atípicos de retinose pigmentar devem alertar o oftalmologista para causas de pseudorretinose pigmentar, como a sífilis.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Retinal Diseases/etiology , Syphilis/complications , Retinitis Pigmentosa/etiology , Retinal Diseases/diagnosis , Ceftriaxone/therapeutic use , Syphilis Serodiagnosis/methods , Fluorescein Angiography , Syphilis/diagnosis , Syphilis/drug therapy , Visual Acuity , Uveitis, Posterior/diagnosis , Uveitis, Posterior/etiology , Retinitis Pigmentosa/diagnosis , Blindness/etiology , Tomography, Optical Coherence , Electroretinography , Fundus Oculi
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Article in English | LILACS, BBO | ID: biblio-1252105

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ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To analyze the factors associated with prematurity in reported cases of congenital syphilis in the city of Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. METHODS: Cross-sectional study conducted in ten public maternity hospitals in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. A total of 478 reported cases of congenital syphilis were included in 2015, and data were collected from notification forms, from mothers' and babies' medical records and from prenatal cards. For the bivariate analysis, Pearson's chi-squared and Fisher's exact tests were used, considering p < 0.05. Multiple logistic regression was conducted, presenting odds ratio (OR) with a 95% confidence interval. RESULTS: We found 15.3% prematurity in pregnant women with syphilis. The titration of the VDRL test > 1:8 at delivery (OR 2.46; 95%CI: 1.33-4.53; p = 0.004) and the non-treatment of the pregnant women or treatment with drugs other than penicillin during prenatal care (OR 3.52; 95%CI: 1.74-7.13; p< 0.001) were associated with higher chances of prematurity. CONCLUSION: The prematurity due to congenital syphilis is a preventable condition, provided that pregnant women with syphilis are treated appropriately. Weaknesses in prenatal care are associated with this outcome, which highlights the importance of public policies oriented to improve the quality of prenatal care.


RESUMO OBJETIVO: Analisar os fatores associados à prematuridade em casos notificados de sífilis congênita no município de Fortaleza, Ceará, Brasil. MÉTODOS: Estudo transversal realizado em dez maternidades públicas de Fortaleza, Ceará, Brasil. Foram incluídos 478 casos notificados de sífilis congênita em 2015, e os dados foram coletados das fichas de notificação, dos prontuários das mães e dos bebês e do cartão de pré-natal. Para a análise bivariada, foram utilizados os testes do qui-quadrado de Pearson e exato de Fisher, considerando p < 0,05. Realizou-se regressão logística múltipla, apresentando razão de chances (OR) com intervalo de confiança de 95%. RESULTADOS: Encontrou-se 15,3% de prematuridade em gestantes com sífilis. A titulação do teste VDRL > 1:8 no parto (OR 2,46; IC95%: 1,33-4,53; p = 0,004), o não tratamento da gestante ou tratamento realizado com drogas diferentes da penicilina durante o pré-natal (OR 3,52; IC95%: 1,74-7,13; p < 0,001) estiveram associados a maiores chances de prematuridade. CONCLUSÃO: A prematuridade decorrente da sífilis congênita é um agravo evitável, desde que as gestantes com sífilis sejam tratadas adequadamente. As fragilidades na assistência pré-natal estão associadas a este desfecho, o que ressalta a importância de implementar políticas públicas voltadas a melhorar a qualidade do pré-natal.


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Pregnancy , Pregnancy Complications, Infectious/epidemiology , Syphilis, Congenital/epidemiology , Syphilis/complications , Syphilis/epidemiology , Prenatal Care , Brazil/epidemiology , Cross-Sectional Studies
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Medicina (B.Aires) ; 80(6): 714-717, dic. 2020. graf
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-1250300

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Resumen La sífilis maligna asociada al virus de la inmunodeficiencia humana (HIV). Se presenta con lesiones nodulares cutáneas con tendencia a la ulceración. Entre sus hallazgos histopatológicos se destaca la presencia de granulomas no caseificantes, lo cual obliga al diagnóstico diferencial con otras patologías granulomatosas infecciosas y no infecciosas. La evolución de la enfermedad es favorable con el tratamiento con penicilina en la mayoría de los casos. Presentamos el caso de una paciente con infección por HIV que cumple criterios diagnósticos de sífilis maligna y alertamos sobre esta entidad granulomatosa poco frecuente.


Abstract Malignant syphilis occurs frequently in patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and presents with cutaneous nodular lesions that tend to ulcerate. Non caseating granulomas are among the most conspicuous histopathological findings and require differential diagnosis with other infectious and non-infectious granulomatous conditions. The evolution of the disease is usually favourable with penicillin treatment. We present the case of an HIV-positive patient who meets diagnostic criteria for malignant syphilis and alert on this infrequent granulomatous entity.


Subject(s)
Humans , Syphilis/complications , Syphilis/diagnosis , Syphilis/drug therapy , HIV Infections/complications , HIV Infections/diagnosis , Administration, Cutaneous , Diagnosis, Differential , Granuloma
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Rev. argent. microbiol ; 52(4): 81-90, dic. 2020. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1340923

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Abstract Syphilis has become a serious issue for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected patients worldwide in recent years; however, the studies related to HIV coinfection and syphilis reinfections in Istanbul, Turkey, are limited. Ourobjective was to determine the seroprevalence of syphilis among HIV-infected men in the city which has one of the highest HIV prevalence rates in Turkey. Two hundred and forty four (244) HIV-positive men were evaluated at Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of Medical Microbiology from March to June 2018. Serum samples were screened for the presence of antibodies against Treponema pallidum using the chemilumines-cent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA). Samples found to be positive were investigated with the rapid plasma reagin (RPR) test and the T. pallidum hemagglutination assay (TPHA). The patients completed a questionnaire for sociodemographic data. The mean age was found to be 41.8 years; 35.6% were men who havesexwith men (MSM). The overall seroprevalence of syphilis among the patients was 19.3%. MSM had a significantly higher seroprevalence than heterosexual patients (28.7%). In Turkey, there is a high seroprevalence of syphilis in HIV-infected patients, MSM being the most affected group. Therefore, HIV-infected patients should be screened for syphilis at least annually and should be informed about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).


Resumen En los últimos años, la sífilis se ha convertido en un problema grave para los pacientes infectados por el virus de la inmunodeficiencia humana (HIV) en todo el mundo; sin embargo, los estudios relacionados con la coinfección por HIV y las reinfecciones por sífilis en Estambul, Turquía, son limitados. Nuestro objetivo fue determinar la seroprevalencia de la sífilis entre los hombres infectados por el HIV en Estambul, ciudad con las tasas de prevalencia del HIV más altas de Turquía. Se evaluaron 244 hombres con HIV entre marzo y junio de 2018 en la Facultad de Medicina de Estambul, Departamento de Microbiología Médica. Las muestras de suero se analizaron para detectar la presencia de anticuerpos contra Treponema pallidum con un inmunoensayo de micropartículas quimioluminiscentes (CMIA). Las muestras que resultaron positivas en dicha prueba se investigaron con la prueba de reagina plasmática rápida (RPR) y el ensayo de hemoaglutinación T. pallidum (TPHA). Los pacientes completaron un cuestionario de datos sociodemográficos. La media de la edad fue de 41,8 anos; 35,6% eran hombres que tienen sexo con hombres (HSH). La seroprevalencia global de sífilis entre los pacientes fue del 19,3%. Los HSH tuvieron una seroprevalencia significativamente mayor que los pacientes heterosexuales (28,7%). En Turquía, existe una alta seroprevalencia de la sífilis en pacientes infectados por el HIV y los HSH son el grupo más afectado. Por lo tanto, los pacientes infectados por el HIV deben someterse a la detección de sífilis al menos una vez al año y deben ser informados sobre las enfermedades de transmisión sexual (ETS).


Subject(s)
Adult , Humans , Male , Syphilis , HIV Infections , Sexual and Gender Minorities , Turkey/epidemiology , Syphilis/complications , Syphilis/epidemiology , HIV Infections/complications , HIV Infections/epidemiology , Seroepidemiologic Studies , Prevalence , Homosexuality, Male
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Femina ; 48(6): 359-362, jun. 30, 2020. ilus
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-1102817

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De acordo com a Organização Mundial da Saúde, a cada ano, mais de 376 milhões de pessoas são infectadas pelas doenças sexualmente transmissíveis, das quais 127,2 milhões são por Chlamydia trachomatis. As infecções genitais não tratadas na gestação, principalmente as assintomáticas, podem acarretar complicações, tais como: endometrite puerperal e síndrome de Fitz-Hugh-Curtis. A pesquisa científica foi realizada com o objetivo de identificar a presença de Chlamydia trachomatis na secreção endocervical de gestantes sifilíticas, estabelecendo o perfil das gestantes a partir de informações dos possíveis sinais e sintomas durante a gravidez e hábitos gestacionais. Adotou-se como caminho metodológico a pesquisa quantitativa, descritiva, bibliográfica e laboratorial. Como resultados finais, 54% das gestantes foram diagnosticadas com Chlamydia trachomatis e 67% eram assintomáticas. Correlacionamos também que as altas taxas de infecção estão associadas com a falta de conhecimento sobre infecções sexualmente transmissíveis e suas formas de prevenção.(AU)


According to the World Health Organization, each year, more than 376 million people are infected with sexually transmitted diseases, of which 127.2 million are Chlamydia trachomatis, it is a asymptomatic disease, meaning there are no symptoms. Genital infections can lead to complications such as: puerperal endometritis and Fitz-Hugh- -Curtis syndrome. The scientific research was carried out to identify the presence of Chlamydia trachomatis in the endocervical secretion of syphilitic pregnant women. This research established a profile of pregnant women infected with Chlamydia trachomatis using information about possible signs and symptoms during pregnancy and gestational habits. It provides a methodological way to quantify and describe the laboratory research. The results showed, 54% of the pregnant women were diagnosed with Chlamydia trachomatis of which 67% were asymptomatic. We also correlate that high rates of Chlamydia trachomatis infection are associated with lack of knowledge about sexually transmitted infections and their forms of prevention.(AU)


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Pregnancy , Pregnancy Complications , Chlamydia Infections/complications , Chlamydia Infections/epidemiology , Syphilis/complications , Chlamydia trachomatis/pathogenicity , Brazil/epidemiology , Sexually Transmitted Diseases/complications , Comorbidity
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Rev. méd. Chile ; 148(3): 344-348, mar. 2020. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1115798

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ABSTRACT Syphilis during pregnancy has a high risk of congenital transmission with disastrous fetal consequences. Penicillin (PNC) is the only effective antimicrobial for the treatment of pregnant women with syphilis. Chilean guidelines do not consider desensitization to PNC in these women. We report two cases of pregnant women aged 32 and 23 years, with immediate allergy to PNC and syphilis who were safely and successfully desensitized using a four-hour intravenous protocol in the critical care unit and who subsequently received benzathine G PNC. An electronic survey was conducted among approximately 100 Clinical Pharmacists (CP) in the country. Of these, 16 answered and 13 reported having experience in drug desensitization, in at least five cases with PNC and none reported deaths or cardiorespiratory arrest. Desensitization to PNC can be carried out safely and in Chile, this alternative should be incorporated to the management of pregnant women with syphilis and immediate allergy to PNC, instead of using erythromycin.


La sífilis durante el embarazo tiene un alto riesgo de transmisión congénita con consecuencias desastrosas para el feto. La penicilina (PNC) es el único compuesto efectivo para el tratamiento de sífilis en una mujer embarazada.. En Chile, ante alergias de tipo inmediata, no se considera la desensibilización a la PNC en mujeres embarazadas por norma ministerial. Se comunican dos casos de mujeres embarazadas con alergia tipo inmediata y sífilis durante la gestación que fueron desensibilizadas a este compuesto con un protocolo endovenoso de 4 horas en la unidad de pacientes críticos, sin observar complicaciones, recibiendo posteriormente PNC G Benzatina. Se efectuó una encuesta electrónica a farmacéuticos clínicos del país que incluyó más de 100 profesionales. De ellos, 16 contestaron y 13 declararon poseer experiencia en desensibilización de fármacos, en al menos cinco casos con PNC y ninguno reportó muertes o paro cardiorrespiratorio. La desensibilización a PNC puede ser efectuada en forma segura en embarazadas con alergia de tipo inmediata a PNC que cursan con sífilis. En Chile se debería incorporar esta alternativa en el manejo de mujeres embarazadas con sífilis y alergia inmediata a PNC en lugar de solo considerar por norma el uso de eritromicina.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Pregnancy , Adult , Young Adult , Pregnancy Complications, Infectious , Syphilis/complications , Hypersensitivity/complications , Penicillin G Benzathine , Chile
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DST j. bras. doenças sex. transm ; 32: 1-4, jan. 12, 2020.
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1123230

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Introduction: Syphilis and HIV infections are sexually transmitted infections whose diagnosis and treatment contribute toward preventing congenital transmission. Objective: To report a case of three sexually transmitted infections detected in a male partner during Couple Consultation and syphilis in the female partner during prenatal care. Case report: A 34-year-old black female G2P1 pregnant woman was referred to an outpatient clinic of sexually transmitted infections in Vitória, Brazil, reporting a 30-day evolution of painless papular lesions in the external genitalia, suggestive of condylomata lata. Nontreponemal tests were positive for syphilis and negative for HIV. The husband reported unprotected receptive anal intercourse and possessed anal condylomatous lesions and perianal condylomata lata. He was positive for both HIV and syphilis. Histopathological findings showed low-grade HPV lesions and the PCR test found 16, 39, and 53 HPV subtypes. Treatment with benzathine penicillin G was successful for both partners. Conclusion: This study emphasizes the need for Couple Consultation during pregnancy to identify and treat possible sexually transmitted infections.


Introdução: As infecções por sífilis e HIV são infecções sexualmente transmissíveis cujo diagnóstico e tratamento contribuem para a prevenção da transmissão congênita. Objetivo: Relatar um caso de três infecções sexualmente transmissíveis detectadas em um parceiro masculino durante a consulta do casal e sífilis na parceira durante o pré-natal. Relato de caso: Uma gestante, negra, G2P1, 34 anos, foi encaminhada a um ambulatório de infecções sexualmente transmissíveis em Vitória, Brasil, relatando uma evolução de 30 dias de lesões papulares indolores na genitália externa, sugestivas de condiloma lata. Os testes não treponêmicos foram positivos para sífilis e negativos para HIV. O marido relatou relação sexual anal receptiva desprotegida e possuía lesões condilomatosas anais e condiloma lata perianal. Ele testou positivo tanto para HIV quanto para sífilis. Os achados histopatológicos mostraram lesão de HPV de baixo grau e o teste de PCR encontrou subtipos de HPV 16, 39 e 53. O tratamento com penicilina benzatina G foi bem­sucedido em ambos os parceiros. Conclusão: Este estudo enfatiza a necessidade de consultas de casal durante a gravidez para identificar e tratar possíveis infecções sexualmente transmissíveis.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Pregnancy , Adult , Sexually Transmitted Diseases/complications , Penicillin G Benzathine/therapeutic use , Prenatal Care , Bisexuality , Condylomata Acuminata/complications , Condylomata Acuminata/pathology , Condylomata Acuminata/drug therapy , Syphilis/complications , Syphilis/pathology , Syphilis/drug therapy , Sexually Transmitted Diseases/pathology , Sexually Transmitted Diseases/drug therapy , HIV Infections/complications , Squamous Intraepithelial Lesions/pathology , Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use
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Buenos Aires; ASAPER; 2020. 216 p. ilus, graf.(Clínicas Perinatológicas Argentinas, 2019-2020).
Monography in Spanish | LILACS, InstitutionalDB, BINACIS, UNISALUD | ID: biblio-1342955

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Número que reúne material del curso a distancia Clínicas Perinatológicas Argentinas 201-2020, desarrollado por la Asociación Argentina de Perinatología.


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Pregnancy , Infant, Newborn , Perinatology/instrumentation , Perinatology/methods , Breast Feeding/trends , Pregnancy , Syphilis/complications , Perinatal Care , Perinatal Death , Postpartum Hemorrhage , Neonatology
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Medicina (B.Aires) ; 79(5): 415-418, oct. 2019. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-1056743

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La sífilis es una enfermedad de transmisión sexual causada por una espiroqueta, Treponema palidum. Presentamos el caso de una mujer de 62 años de edad, que consultó por fiebre de 38°, dolor torácico en puntada de costado y lesiones pruriginosas en piel. Se realizó examen de laboratorio de sangre periférica, radiografía y tomografía de tórax. Recibió tratamiento antibiótico y fue diagnosticada como neumonía aguda de la comunidad. Debido a la respuesta parcial de los síntomas y persistencia de lesiones pruriginosas se realizó biopsia de piel que informó Treponema palidum, el cual fue confirmado con test serológico VDRL y FtA-abs positivo. La paciente recibió 4 dosis de penicilina G benzatínica con favorable evolución de las lesiones en piel y mejoría de las imágenes radiológicas.


We present the case of a 62-year-old woman who consulted for fever (38°), stabbing thoracic pain (on one side), and pruritic skin lesions. She underwent peripheral blood tests, chest X-rays and CT. Her symptoms were interpreted as severe community-acquired pneumonia. After a treatment with antibiotics, her skin lesions persisted, and other symptoms were only partially relieved. A skin biopsy was performed, which revealed Treponema pallidum. Such finding was confirmed through positive serum VDRL and FTA-ABS tests. The patient received 4 doses of benzathine penicillin G with favorable evolution of skin lesions and improvement of radiological images.


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Middle Aged , Syphilis/complications , Lung Diseases/microbiology , Treponema pallidum/isolation & purification , Biopsy , Radiography, Thoracic , Syphilis/microbiology , Tomography, X-Ray Computed , Dermatitis/microbiology , Dermatitis/pathology , Lung Diseases/pathology , Lung Diseases/diagnostic imaging
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Rev. otorrinolaringol. cir. cabeza cuello ; 79(1): 105-109, mar. 2019. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-1004390

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RESUMEN La sífilis es una infección de transmisión sexual causada por la bacteria Treponema pallidum. En los últimos años ha habido un aumento en la incidencia de esta enfermedad debido a la creciente infección por el virus de la inmunodeficiencia humana (VIH) e inmunodepresión. Conocida como "la gran imitadora" son muchos los signos y síntomas que puede simular, siendo la presentación orofaríngea infrecuente. Presentamos el caso de un varón de 31 años de edad que acude a nuestro servicio por clínica de otitis media serosa bilateral. En la exploración física se objetiva una masa en cavum y una ulceración en pared faríngea posterior que se biopsia en consultas externas siendo el resultado un intenso infiltrado inflamatorio crónico de probable origen infeccioso, por lo que se decidió tomar una nueva biopsia bajo anestesia general. El día de la intervención, el paciente refirió la aparición de un exantema eritematoso generalizado, pero de predominio palmo-plantar. Interrogado sobre sus antecedentes, el paciente reconoció conductas sexuales de riesgo y ser portador VIH, por lo que se orientó el diagnóstico hacia una probable sífilis secundaria que se confirmó posteriormente mediante serología. Las lesiones de orofaringe, la masa del cavum y el exantema remitieron con tratamiento antibiótico y corticoideo pautado. Cuando las manifestaciones de cabeza y cuello constituyen la presentación inicial de la sífilis, su diagnóstico se retrasa con frecuencia debido al desconocimiento por parte del médico de primaria, e incluso del otorrinolaringólogo, de las formas típicas de presentación en esta localización. Su diagnóstico precoz es fundamental para prevenir la extensión de la enfermedad.


ABSTRACT Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. Over the last years there has been an increase of the incidence of this disease due to the growing infection by the human inmunodeficiency virus (HIV) and the inmunosupression. Known as "the great imitator", there are many signs and symptoms that can simulate, being the oropharyngeal presentation infrequent. We present the case of a 31-year-old man who came to our service for bilateral otitis media. Physical examination revealed a mass in the cavum and ulceration in the posterior pharyngeal wall that was biopsied in the outpatient clinic. The result was an intense chronic inflammatory infiltrate of probable infectious origin, so it was decided to take a new biopsy under general anesthesia. On the day of the intervention, the patient reported the appearance of a generalized erythematous rash, but predominantly on the bottoms of the feet and on the palms of the hands. Questioned about his background, the patient recognized risky sexual behavior and being an HIV carrier, so the diagnosis was oriented towards a probable secondary syphilis that was subsequently confirmed by serology. The ulcerations of the oropharynx, the mass of the cavum and the rash subsided with antibiotic treatment and corticoid regimen. When the manifestations of the head and neck are the initial presentation of syphilis, its diagnosis is often delayed due to the lack of knowledge of the physicians of the typical presentation forms in this location. Early diagnosis is essential to prevent the spread of the disease and its complications.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Adult , Syphilis/complications , Oral Ulcer/etiology , Otitis Media , Penicillins/therapeutic use , Treponema pallidum , Syphilis/diagnosis , Syphilis/microbiology , Oral Ulcer/microbiology , Erythema/etiology
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Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop ; 52: e20190044, 2019. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1041568

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Abstract We present a case of atypical presentation of secondary syphilis with extensive lymph node involvement and pulmonary lesions, initially suspected as lymphoma. The patient presented with weight loss, dry cough, chest pain, palpable lymph nodes in several peripheral chains, and multiple pulmonary nodules and masses on chest imaging. The key features for secondary syphilis diagnosis were a lymph node biopsy suggestive of reactive lymphadenopathy, positive serologic tests for syphilis, and complete recovery after antisyphilitic treatment.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Syphilis/diagnosis , Lymphadenopathy/diagnosis , Lung Diseases/diagnosis , Lymphoma/diagnosis , Biopsy , Syphilis/complications , Tomography, X-Ray Computed , Diagnosis, Differential , Lymphadenopathy/microbiology , Lung Diseases/microbiology
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Hist. ciênc. saúde-Manguinhos ; 25(4): 921-941, Oct.-Dec. 2018. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-975433

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Abstract This article explores women's reproductive health in early twentieth-century Rio de Janeiro, showing that elevated and sustained stillbirth and maternal mortality rates marked women's reproductive years. Syphilis and obstetric complications during childbirth were the main causes of stillbirths, while puerperal fever led maternal death rates. Utilizing traditional sources such as medical dissertations and lesser-used sources including criminal investigations, this article argues that despite official efforts to medicalize childbirth and increase access to clinical healthcare, no real improvements were made to women's reproductive health in the first half of the twentieth century. This, of course, did not make pregnancy and childbirth any easier for the women who embodied these statistics in their reproductive lives.


Resumo O artigo aborda a saúde reprodutiva das mulheres no Rio de Janeiro do início do século XX, mostrando que taxas elevadas de mortalidade materna e de contínua natimortalidade marcavam os anos reprodutivos das mulheres. As principais causas de natimortalidade eram sífilis e complicações obstétricas, enquanto febre puerperal encabeçava as taxas de morte materna. Utilizando fontes tradicionais como teses doutorais e fontes como investigações criminais, o artigo discute que, apesar dos esforços oficiais para medicalizar o parto e aumentar o acesso aos serviços de saúde, nenhuma melhoria real foi feita na saúde reprodutiva das mulheres na primeira metade do século XX. Isso, certamente, não facilitou a gravidez e o parto das mulheres que compunham as estatísticas em suas vidas reprodutivas.


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Pregnancy , History, 20th Century , Maternal Mortality/history , Women's Health/history , Delivery, Obstetric/history , Stillbirth , Reproductive Health/history , Pregnancy Complications, Infectious/history , Puerperal Infection/history , Brazil , Syphilis/complications , Syphilis/history , Cities , Delivery, Obstetric/adverse effects
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Medisan ; 22(8)set.-oct. 2018. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-976160

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Se describe el caso clínico de una paciente de 38 años de edad, quien fue atendida en la consulta estomatológica del Policlínico Cuatro Caminos, por presentar múltiples lesiones indoloras en casi toda la mucosa bucal. Teniendo en cuenta estos síntomas se le diagnosticó una estomatitis aftosa recurrente, pero el tratamiento indicado no resultó satisfactorio. Luego se interconsultó con el especialista en Medicina Interna, quien le indicó exámenes complementarios y, según los criterios clínicos y de laboratorio, se confirmó la presencia de sífilis secundaria. Se efectuó el control de foco y se logró la remisión de la enfermedad.


The case report of a 38 year-old patient who was assisted in the stomatological department of Cuatro caminos polyclinic is described due to multiple painless lesions in almost all the oral mucous. Keeping in mind these symptoms a recurrent aphthous stomatitis was diagnosed, but the prescribed treatment was not satisfactory. Then a consultation with the specialist in Internal Medicine was carried out, who indicated her complementary exams and, according to the clinical and laboratory criteria, the presence of secondary syphilis was confirmed. The focus control was carried out and the remission of the disease was achieved.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Adult , Oral Manifestations , Syphilis/complications , Primary Health Care , Mouth Mucosa/injuries
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An. bras. dermatol ; 93(4): 590-591, July-Aug. 2018. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-949935

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Abstract: Syphilis is a worldwide sexually transmitted infection caused by Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum. Its association with other STIs, including HIV, demands early diagnosis and immediate treatment of patients. We herein report an unusual serpiginous form of secondary syphilis.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Adult , Syphilis/complications , Foot Dermatoses/etiology , Hand Dermatoses/etiology , Penicillin G Benzathine/administration & dosage , Syphilis/diagnosis , Syphilis/drug therapy , Foot Dermatoses/diagnosis , Foot Dermatoses/drug therapy , Hand Dermatoses/diagnosis , Hand Dermatoses/drug therapy , Injections, Intramuscular , Anti-Bacterial Agents/administration & dosage
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