Abstract
Background and Objectives: The effective rate of partner change is an important variable for determining whether an epidemic of a sexually transmitted disease (STD) occurs. It is essential for understanding the transmission dynamics of STDs. Goal of this Study: The problem of estimating the effective rate of partner change is addressed. Results: Under certain conditions the mean rate of partner change in STD patients estimates the effective rate of partner change in the general population. Conclusion: To estimate the effective rate of partner change in a population, the use of surveys of patients with STD provides a simpler and less costly alternative to population surveys of sexual behavior.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 226-229 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Sexually Transmitted Diseases |
| Volume | 21 |
| Issue number | 4 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1994 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
- Microbiology (medical)
- Infectious Diseases