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Oral prevalence and clearance of oncogenic human papilloma virus in a rehabilitation community for substance abusers in Italy: a case of behavioral correction?
Journal of oral pathology & medicine : official publication of the International Association of Oral Pathologists and the American Academy of Oral Pathology - 1 Oct 2015
Pugliese Davide B, Bruzzesi Giacomo, Montaldo Caterina, Porcu Luca, Landi Marco, Mastinu Andrea, Torri Valter, Licitra Lisa, Locati Laura D
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BACKGROUND: Human papilloma virus oral infection can be related to several factors including HIV infection, cigarette smoking, marijuana consumption and number of sexual partners. We conducted a study on oral HPV prevalence and clearance among the hosts of the San Patrignano community, a population considered at "high-risk" for HPV due to their previous habits. METHODS: From March 2007 to September 2010 all...
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