This study aimed to explore the current patient pathways for the diagnosis and treatment of chlamydia and gonorrhoea in England. We conducted workshops in four sexual health clinics, and asked them detail the steps and resources used in screening, diagnosis and treatment, and what would change if they had a point of care test (POCT) for chlamydia and gonorrhoea diagnosis. Using a POCT could lead to reduced clinical time and costs, and may lead to more appropriate and quicker care for patients.
Adams EJ, Ehrlich A, Turner KME, et al. Mapping patient pathways and estimating resource use for point of care versus standard testing and treatment of chlamydia and gonorrhoea in genitourinary medicine clinics in the UK. BMJ Open 2014;4:e005322. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2014-005322