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Human papillomavirus prevalence and genotypes in Gulf Cooperation Council countries: A scoping review 2017-2024
1 Jan 2024
Abstract excerpt
Background: Cervical cancer remains a global health challenge, claiming the lives of millions annually and having a significant impact on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Human papillomavirus (HPV), the primary causative agent, plays a central role, with regional variations in prevalence.1 The process from HPV infection to neoplastic changes takes 5–25 years to occur, hence, knowing its prevalence in our...
