Prevalence, risk factors, and perceptions of vaccination against reproductive tract infections among urban females in Delhi: a cross-sectional study - Summary - MDSpire
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Prevalence, risk factors, and perceptions of vaccination against reproductive tract infections among urban females in Delhi: a cross-sectional study
To assess the prevalence of self-reported reproductive tract infections (RTIs), reproductive health status, health literacy, and associated risk factors among urban females, and to evaluate perceptions regarding STI vaccines and factors contributing to vaccine hesitancy.
Key Findings:
64.6% of respondents self-reported RTI symptoms.
83% experienced vaginal discharge and 78.5% experienced vulval itching.
Significant risk factors for high-risk RTIs included menstrual hygiene practices, awareness of contraceptive methods, family history of medical conditions, and prior RTI medication use.
8.2% and 25.9% of participants had been vaccinated against HPV and hepatitis B, respectively.
53.8% of participants were hesitant about emerging RTI vaccines, primarily due to safety concerns and cost.
Interpretation:
Limitations:
The study relied on self-reported data, which may be subject to bias.
The sample was limited to urban females from non-medical colleges, which may not represent the broader population.
