Curriculum of Gynecology
TOPIC 65
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS
RATIONALE
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are an important element of RH. They are not only significant causes of morbidity in women but they may be fatal (e.g., HIV). Prevention and adequate treatment of both partners are important in gynecological and obstetric practice.
GOAL
Recognize causes, types, and methods of diagnosis and management of STIs.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course, the student will be able to:
l Recognize different STIs, including gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes simplex, human papillomavirus (HPV), chlamydia, and HIV, and have some knowledge about each of the following:
· Microbiology of the causative organism
· Pathology
· Clinical picture
· Complications including relations to genital malignancy and obstetric complications
· Diagnosis including special investigation
· Differential diagnosis
· Prevention and treatment
CONTENT
l Causative organisms
l Pathology
l Clinical picture
l Diagnosis
