Edward Solomons

An evaluation of routine culture examinations for Trichomonas vaginalis and Candida

Abstract 1. A total of 1,016 women have been examined for Trichomonas vaginalis and Candida. These patients were attending the prenatal and gynecological clinic. 2. The incidence of T. vaginalis and Candida in these patients was determined. 3. The incidence of T. vaginalis and Candida in relation to pregnancy, age, menopause, and parity is discussed. 4. An evaluation of the signs and symptoms of these infections is presented. 5. In the detection of T. vaginalis the culture technique is shown to be much more accurate than the wet smear method.