Syphilis surveillance in France, 2000-2003

摘要: This article describes syphilis trends, characteristics of patients from 2000 to 2003 in France and trends the benzylpenicillin benzathine 2.4 million UI sales 2001 2003. The ongoing surveillance system for case reporting since has been set up volunteer settings, mostly public settings where STI treatment is offered. Clinical complemented by sexual behavioural data based on a self-administered questionnaire. From 2003, 1089 cases were reported France, increasing 37 428 Overall, 96% men with mean age 36.5 years 70% whom born France. proportion HIV co-infection decreased over time 60% 33% most affected area epidemic Ile-de-France region, mainly city Paris. greatest diagnosed who have sex (MSM) they made 87% cases, compared 75% other regions. Among completed questionnaire behaviour, 83% having casual partners 3 months prior their diagnosis. Trends private pharmacies are similar those observed system, increased between In conclusion, transmission still role unprotected oral should be emphasised.