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Human Papillomavirus in Brazilian women with and without cervical lesions.
Virology journal - 5 Jan 2011
Oliveira-Silva Michelle, Lordello Camila X, Zardo Lucília M G, Bonvicino Cibele R, Moreira Miguel A M
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) high-risk (HR) types are the causal factor for cervical cancer and premalignant dysplasia. Data on frequency of HPV types provide a basis to design and evaluate HPV prevention programs. Taking into account the heterogeneity of HPV types across and within populations this study aims to access the HPV frequency in Brazilian women. RESULTS: We identified 24 different types of...
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