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Human papillomavirus genotypes and risk of persistence and progression in women undergoing active surveillance for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2.
American journal of obstetrics and gynecology - 1 Jun 2024
Damgaard Rikke Kamp, Jenkins David, Stoler Mark H, de Koning Maurits, van de Sandt Miekel, Lycke Kathrine Dyhr, Kahlert Johnny, Gravitt Patti E, Quint Wim G V, Steiniche Torben, Petersen Lone Kjeld, Hammer Anne
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BACKGROUND: In recent years, active surveillance has been introduced as an alternative to excisional treatment in younger women with cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2 because regression rates are high and excisional treatment is associated with increased risk of preterm birth. However, early identification of women at increased risk of persistence/progression is important to ensure timely treatment....
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