Lockdowns delayed STI diagnoses, sparking a syphilis surge
NCT ID NCT07150871
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic changed the number and severity of syphilis cases in 240 patients treated at an Italian hospital between 2017 and 2025. Researchers want to understand if lockdowns and fear of COVID-19 led to delayed diagnoses and more advanced infections, and how syphilis interacts with HIV. The goal is to learn from the pandemic to improve public health responses.
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Alessandria, Piedmont, 15121, Italy
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