🦠 Chapter 272 · Chlamydia trachomatis

Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics 22nd Edition | Trachoma (serotypes A-C) – leading infectious cause of blindness. Genital infections (serotypes D-K) – urethritis, cervicitis, PID. Neonatal: conjunctivitis (inclusion conjunctivitis), pneumonia (afebrile, staccato cough, eosinophilia). Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV, serotypes L1-L3) – painful lymphadenopathy, proctocolitis. Diagnosis: NAAT (urine, swab). Treatment: azithromycin, doxycycline (≥8y), erythromycin (neonates).

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📋 30 Clinical Scenarios — Chlamydia trachomatis (Chapter 272)

📇 High‑Yield Review Cards (C. trachomatis)

🩺 Recognizing Chlamydia trachomatis Infections

Select a presentation for diagnosis and management.

📋 Step‑by‑Step Management of C. trachomatis

    💊 Recommended Treatment Regimens

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    ⚡ Clinical Reflex Prompts — C. trachomatis

    📖 Summary: Chlamydia trachomatis