Chlamydia trachomatis Genotypes and the Swedish New Variant in Finland
Author Information
Author(s): Suvi Niemi, Eija Hiltunen-Back, Mirja Puolakkainen
Primary Institution: University of Helsinki
Hypothesis
What are the prevalent genotypes of Chlamydia trachomatis in Finland and how common is the Swedish new variant?
Conclusion
The most prevalent genotype in Finland was E (40%), but the Swedish variant was rare despite proximity to Sweden.
Supporting Evidence
- Genotypes E, F, and G comprised over 80% of the C. trachomatis findings.
- Only two specimens containing the Swedish new variant were detected.
- The percentage of infections due to genotypes F and G has slightly increased over the last 20 years.
Takeaway
This study looked at different types of a germ called Chlamydia in Finland and found that one type is very common, but a new type from Sweden is not.
Methodology
Genotyping of 160 C. trachomatis positive samples using real-time PCR and analysis of 495 samples for the new variant.
Limitations
The study could not track patient contacts to Sweden due to loss of follow-up.
Participant Demographics
Samples were collected from both females and males.
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