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High-risk human papillomavirus is associated with HIV acquisition among South African female sex workers.
Infectious diseases in obstetrics and gynecology - 1 Jan 2011
Auvert Bertran, Marais Dianne, Lissouba Pascale, Zarca Kevin, Ramjee Gita, Williamson Anna-Lise
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Mounting evidence suggests an association between human papillomavirus (HPV) and HIV acquisition. This study aimed to explore this association among South African female sex workers (FSWs). METHODS: We used data from 88 HIV-negative FSWs who participated in a vaginal gel (COL-1492) trial. Cervicovaginal rinse samples, obtained before HIV-seroconversion, were genotyped into high-risk (HR-) and low-risk...
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