Anal cancer risk factors and HPV infection knowledge and awareness among Hispanic persons living with HIV in Puerto Rico.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Persons living with HIV (PLWH) have a higher risk of persistent infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) and anal cancer. We evaluated knowledge and awareness of HPV infection and risk factors for anal cancer among PLWH in Puerto Rico (PR).

Methods

Data from a cross-sectional study (2020-2021) were analyzed (n = 212). Inclusion criteria included PLWH, aged ≥ 26 years, and living in PR. Telephone interviews collected information on sociodemographic, lifestyle, and clinical characteristics. Two 13-item scales were used to assess knowledge of HPV and anal cancer risk factors; adequate knowledge for both scales were defined as scoring > 70%. Logistic regression models using generalized linear models were used to determine the association between (1) HPV infection awa

SUBMITTER: Hernandez-Marrero J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12831334 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature