Clinical and Epidemiological Characterization of Lymphogranuloma Venereum in a Sexually Transmitted Diseases Clinic in Lisbon, 2001 to 2020

Sex Transm Dis. 2022 Nov 1;49(11):786-789. doi: 10.1097/OLQ.0000000000001634. Epub 2022 Apr 9.

Abstract

Between 2001 and 2020, 54 LGV cases were diagnosed in a sexually transmitted disease clinic in Lisbon, most in men who have sex with men (87%), HIV negative (63%), from the anorectal mucosa (72.2%). Cases among heterosexuals were also identified (13%). Surveillance programs irrespective of sexual orientation and HIV status are needed to avoid the morbidity associated with LGV.

MeSH terms

  • Chlamydia trachomatis
  • Female
  • HIV Infections* / complications
  • HIV Infections* / epidemiology
  • Homosexuality, Male
  • Humans
  • Lymphogranuloma Venereum* / complications
  • Lymphogranuloma Venereum* / diagnosis
  • Lymphogranuloma Venereum* / epidemiology
  • Male
  • Sexual and Gender Minorities*