Haemophilus vaginalis (Corynebacterium vaginale, Gardnerella vaginalis) in a family planning clinic population.

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Abstract
Vaginal specimens were obtained at 902 attendances from 522 women requiring vaginal examination at a family planning clinic. H. vaginalis was found in 8% of specimens either by culture or by at least 2 out of 3 microscopical tests; lactobacilli were seldom found in the presence of the organism. Increased signs and symptoms, especially an offensive odor, were found only when H. vaginalis and staphylococci were isolated together. The organism was found less often in patients using contraceptive methods which protected the vagina, thus suggesting sexual transmission. Treatment is advisable when H. vaginalis is in contact with a vascular bed.