Abstract:Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is one of the most common sexually
transmitted infections worldwide. It is caused by the human
papillomavirus, a DNA virus that infects epithelial cells in various
mucous membranes and skin surfaces. HPV can be categorized into
high-risk and low-risk types based on their association with the
development of certain cancers. High-risk HPV types, such as HPV-16 and
HPV-18, are known to be oncogenic and are strongly associated with the
development of cervical, anal, vaginal, vu… Show more
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