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Human Papillomavirus DNA Is Found in the Vas Deferens
1 Jun 2002
Abstract excerpt
The role of the male reproductive tract as a reservoir for human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is poorly understood. To analyze the presence of HPV DNA, 27 samples, comprising postvasectomy semen samples and pre- and postejaculation urine samples, were obtained from 18 men recalled for follow-up. HPV DNA was analyzed by nested polymerase chain reaction, confirmed with Southern blot hybridization, cloned, and...
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