Human Papillomavirus Genotype-Specific Persistence and Potential Risk Factors among Korean Women: Results from a 2-Year Follow-up Study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

High-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) infection progression should be considered a critical factor for preventing cervical cancer, although most infections are transient and rarely persist. This study aimed to examine the specific types of HPV infections, their change patterns, and the potential risk factors among Korean women.

Materials and methods

We included 4,588 women who visited hospitals in Busan and Suwon for cervical cancer screening, and 1,224 of thesewomen attended a 2-yearfollow-up. Infection statuswas evaluated using HPV DNA testing (Hybrid Capture 2) and genotyping testing (Linear Array). Data regarding the potential risk factors for HPV infection were collected by trained nurses using structured questionnaires.

Results

Among the 1,224 women (mean

SUBMITTER: Ingabire C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6056951 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature