Prevalence and genotype distribution of human papillomavirus (HPV) infections among West African populations: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide. Several studies have examined HPV prevalence in West Africa, but comprehensive regional estimates remain unavailable. This study estimates the overall prevalence and genotype distribution of HPV in West African populations.

Methods

We conducted a systematic search in Medline, Embase, Global Health, Web of Science, and Africa Index Medicus for articles published up to March 5, 2024. We estimated pooled HPV prevalence using a random-effects model. The Hoy et al. tool assessed the risk of bias, while the I² test measured between-study heterogeneity. Egger's regression test evaluated publication bias. The study was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42023463042).

Results

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SUBMITTER: Magagi LH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12403902 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature