Human papillomavirus genotype distribution by cytological status and associated risk factors in the general population of Congolese women living in urban and rural areas: Implications for cervical cancer prevention.

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INTRODUCTION: Cervical cancer related to high risk-human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) is the second female cancer in the Republic of Congo (Congo). We herein evaluated the molecular epidemiology of cervical HPV infection and associated risk factors in Congolese women living in urban (Brazzaville) and rural (Plateaux department) settings. PATIENTS AND METHODS: A population-based, cross-sectional survey was conducted to...

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