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The Epithelial Immune Response to Human Papillomavirus Infection
9 May 2025
Abstract excerpt
The skin is a complex organ, containing an intricate network of immune cells that are crucial for host barrier function and defence against pathogens. Human papillomavirus (HPV) exclusively infects the skin, and its lifecycle is intimately associated with epithelial cell division and differentiation. There are over 450 HPV types, 12 of which are classified as carcinogenic. The primary focus of this review is the...
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