Article
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) DNA Detection Using Self-Sampling Devices in Women Undergoing Long Term Immunosuppressive Therapy.
Viruses - 30 Aug 2020
Wielgos Aleksandra, Pietrzak Bronislawa, Sikora Mariusz, Martirosian Gajane, Suchonska Barbara, Gozdowska Jolanta, Oldakowska-Jedynak Urszula, Jabiry-Zieniewicz Zoulikha, Durlik Magdalena, Rudnicka Lidia, Wielgos Miroslaw
Abstract excerpt
Immunosuppression is a risk factor of persistent human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, which might lead to development of (pre)malignant lesions of the cervix and lower anogenital tract. Results of HPV DNA testing using cervicovaginal self-samples are comparable to those that are clinician-obtained and therefore might be used in cervical screening. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of high-risk...
Topics
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Aged
- Alphapapillomavirus
- Cervix Uteri
- DNA, Viral
- Female
- Genotype
- Human Papillomavirus DNA Tests
- Humans
