Tricomoniasis: Una visión amplia

Abstract

Worldwide, trichomoniasis is the most widespread non-viral sexually transmitted infection; it causes up to 30% of such infections. The highest incidence occurs among women 16 to 35 years old. It may be asymptomatic, which facilitates transmission. Its etiologic agent is the protozoan parasite Trichomonas vaginalis, usually transmitted by sexual contact. This review includes the following aspects: epidemiology, taxonomy, physiopathology, habitat and life cycle, symptomatology, diagnostic methods, treatment, and relationship with VIH, PVH and Mycoplasma hominis infections.