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Knowledge, attitudes and practices of doctors at Jubilee Hospital, Tshwane District, regarding the syndromic management guidelines for sexually transmitted infections

Published in: South African Family Practice
Volume 60 , issue 5 , 2018 , pages: 155–161

DOI: 10.1080/20786190.2018.1487212

Author(s): Charles Uchenna Department of Family Medicine and Primary Health Care, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa , Indiran Govender Department of Family Medicine and Primary Health Care, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa

Keywords: guideline adherence , HIV/AIDS , male urethritis syndrome , primary health care doctors , STI guidelines

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Abstract

Background: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a public health problem globally, but especially so in sub-Saharan Africa. They contribute significantly to the burden of disease in South Africa and are recognised as major contributors to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) epidemic, with other potential complications when not managed properly. First-line doctors play a critical role in the management of persons suffering from STIs, and need to comply with the national guidelines for STI management.

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