Abstract:Human papillomavirus (HPV) infections of the genital tract are the most prevalent sexually transmitted viruses worldwide. Oncogenic HPV types cause pre-malignant lesions that can progress to cervical carcinoma. In the male genital tract, most HPV infections are sub-clinical and associated with a vicious circle [stet] of treatment-reinfection of women.Nevertheless, HPV pathogenic processes are still poorly understood. The literature suggests that different HPV types can be found among sexual partners. In our st… Show more
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