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Physicians' opinions on partner management for nonviral sexually transmitted infections.

TitlePhysicians' opinions on partner management for nonviral sexually transmitted infections.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2005
AuthorsNiccolai, Linda M., and Diana M. Winston
JournalAmerican journal of preventive medicine
Volume28
Issue2
Pagination229-33
Date Published2005 Feb
ISSN0749-3797
KeywordsAdult, Anti-Bacterial Agents, Attitude of Health Personnel, Connecticut, Female, Health Care Surveys, Health Services Accessibility, Humans, Legislation, Drug, Liability, Legal, Male, Middle Aged, Physician's Practice Patterns, Rhode Island, Self Care, Sexual Partners, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Bacterial
AbstractPatient-delivered therapy (PDT) for nonviral sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is the practice of dispensing or prescribing medication to patients for their sex partners. While this practice is effective in preventing re-infection in patients, its use is not widespread. The purpose of this survey was to assess physicians' PDT practices and opinions toward potential benefits and perceived barriers associated with PDT.
DOI10.1016/j.amepre.2011.06.032
Alternate JournalAm J Prev Med

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