Article
Genotype and age shape the risk of persistent high-risk human papillomavirus infections.
American journal of obstetrics and gynecology - 1 Jul 2026
Numminen Eero, Leino Aarno, Karhula Qiang, Fonagy Veronika, Seiskari Tapio, Paloniemi Minna, Kholová Ivana, Kares Saara, Louvanto Karolina
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Persistent high-risk human papillomavirus infection detected in cervical cancer screening warrants follow-up, yet genotype-specific persistence times and progression risks remain poorly defined. This knowledge is critical for risk assessment and management of persistent human papillomavirus infections. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate genotype-specific clearance rates and subsequent cervical disease risks for...
Topics
- Humans
- Female
- Papillomavirus Infections
- Genotype
- Adult
- Finland
- Middle Aged
- Age Factors
- Uterine Cervical Neoplasms
- Persistent Infection
- Human Papillomavirus Viruses
- Uterine Cervical Dysplasia
- Papillomaviridae