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Type-specific human papillomavirus distribution in invasive cervical carcinomas in Paraguay. A study of 432 cases.
Journal of medical virology - 1 Oct 2012
Kasamatsu Elena, Cubilla Antonio L, Alemany Laia, Chaux Alcides, Tous Sara, Mendoza Laura, Paez Malvina, Klaustermeier Jo Ellen, Quint Wim, Lloveras Belen, de Sanjose Silvia, Muñoz Nubia, Bosch Francisco Xavier
Abstract excerpt
Cervical carcinoma is the most common malignant tumor among woman in Paraguay. Cytological screening programs have not been successful and a plan for human papillomavirus (HPV) based-screening program and/or vaccination is under evaluation. This study aimed to identify the contribution of HPV genotypes in invasive cervical cancer in Paraguay to provide essential background data to guide and assess the...
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