Article
Human papillomavirus genotype distribution in Ethiopia: an updated systematic review.
Virology journal - 15 Jan 2022
Derbie Awoke, Mekonnen Daniel, Nibret Endalkachew, Maier Melanie, Woldeamanuel Yimtubezinash, Abebe Tamrat
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer is caused by infection with high-risk human papillomaviruses (HR-HPVs). It is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in Ethiopia and globally. To develop efficient vaccination and HPV-based cervical cancer screening approaches, data on genotype distribution of HPVs is crucial. Hence, the study was aimed to review HPV genotype distribution in Ethiopia. METHODS: Research...
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