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Human Papillomaviruses and genital co-infections in gynaecological outpatients.
BMC infectious diseases - 12 Feb 2009
Verteramo Rosita, Pierangeli Alessandra, Mancini Emanuela, Calzolari Ettore, Bucci Mauro, Osborn John, Nicosia Rosa, Chiarini Fernanda, Antonelli Guido, Degener Anna Marta
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: High grade HPV infections and persistence are the strongest risk factors for cervical cancer. Nevertheless other genital microorganisms may be involved in the progression of HPV associated lesions. METHODS: Cervical samples were collected to search for human Papillomavirus (HPV), bacteria and yeast infections in gynaecologic outpatients. HPV typing was carried out by PCR and sequencing on cervical...
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