Sexually Transmitted Diseases: A Guide for Gynecologists and Obstetricians

by Ioannis Mylonas

Overview

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) represent a substantial public health concern, particularly among patients seeking care in gynecological and obstetric settings. While "classic venereal diseases," including syphilis, gonorrhea, chancroid, and lymphogranuloma venereum, continue to be prevalent in developing countries, their incidence has notably decreased in developed regions. In contrast, infections such as hepatitis B, HIV/AIDS, genital herpes, Chlamydia trachomatis, and HPV are becoming increasingly significant on a global scale. It is noteworthy that many of these infections are often asymptomatic, yet they can potentially lead to serious complications, including infertility, miscarriages, and even cancer.

Each infection is addressed in dedicated chapters, which provide comprehensive information on the pathogen, incidence rates, risk factors, epidemiology, clinical features, diagnostics, complications, treatment options, and prevention strategies. The text also emphasizes the importance of these infections in obstetrics and neonatology, where relevant.

To ensure quick access to vital information, the text features numerous clear algorithms and tables for diagnostics and treatment, all aligned with the latest national and international guidelines and recommendations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783031782039
Publisher:	Springer Nature Switzerland
Publication date:	09/28/2025
Pages:	483
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

About the Author

After completing his studies at the Technological Educational Institute of Athens in Greece, the University of Rosk in Germany, Brown University in the USA, and the University of Melbourne in Australia, Prof. Dr. med. Dr. h.c. Ioannis Mylonas began his training in gynecology and obstetrics at the Women's Clinic of the University of Rosk. In 2002, he earned his doctorate from the Medical Faculty of the University of Rosk with the highest honors and was awarded the Joachim Jungius Prize.

Following his specialist training, he habilitated at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich - Germany in 2008. In 2012, he was appointed professor at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich through an accelerated process. In March 2014, he became one of the youngest physicians and gynecologists in Greece and Germany to receive an honorary doctorate (Dr. h.c.) from Democritus University in Greece.

He has published over 300 scientific articles in national and international journals and authored more than 100 articles in textbooks and clinical guidelines on gynecology, obstetrics, and infectious diseases. Additionally, he has authored or co-edited six books.

Prof. Dr. med. Dr. h.c. Ioannis Mylonas is a member of numerous national and international societies and has participated in various guideline commissions. He has also served as an expert reviewer for national and international journals and institutions.

Table of Contents

Part I : Background.- 1. Historical Excursion: Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Gynecology and Obstetrics.- 2. What are sexually transmitted diseases?.- 3. Clinical considerations and practical procedure.- Part II : Clinical Syndromes.- 4. Vulvitis and vaginitis.- 5. Genital Discharge.- 6. Ulcerations in the anogenital area.- 7. Cervicitis.- 8. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).- 9. Urethritis.- 10. Pharyngitis.- 11. Proctitis.- 12. Lymphadenopathy or lymphadenitis.- Part III : “Classical” Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD).- 13. Chancroid (Ulcus molle).- 14. Gonorrhea.- 15. Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV).- 16. Syphilis (Lues).- Part IV : Other sexually transmitted diseases.- 17. Chlamydia trachomatis.- 18. Condylomata acuminata.- 19. Granuloma inguinale.- 20. Genital Herpes (HSV-1 and HSV-2).- 21. Mycoplasma genitalium.- 22. Sexually Transmitted Intestinal Infections.- 23. Trichomoniasis.- Part V : Sexually transmitted diseases with close skin contact.- 24. Monkeypox.- 25. Molluscum contagiosum.- 26. Non-venereal Treponematoses.- 27. Pubic lice.- 28. Scabies.- Part VI : Sexually transmitted diseases with systemic impact.- 29. Cytomegaly (CMV).- 30. Hepatitis B and D.- 31. Hepatitis C.- 32. HIV infection and AIDS.- 33. Human T-cell Lymphotropic Virus (HTLV).- 34. Zika virus.- Part VII : Possible sexually transmitted diseases.- 35. Bacterial Vaginosis.- 36. Vulvovaginal Candidosis.