Prevalence of human papillomavirus infection in women in Benin, West Africa

Prevalence of human papillomavirus infection in women in Benin, West Africa

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Cervical cancer ranks as the first most frequent cancer among women in Benin. The major cause of cervical cancer now recognized is persistent infection of Human Papillomavirus (HPV). In Benin there is a lack of screening programs for...

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Main Authors: Piras Franca, Piga Michela, De Montis Antonella, Zannou Ahissou RF, Minerba Luigi, Perra Maria T, Murtas Daniela, Atzori Manuela, Pittau Marco, Maxia Cristina, Sirigu Paola
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-11-01
Series:Virology Journal
Subjects:
human papillomavirus
cervical cancer
Benin
Pap test
prevention
Online Access:http://www.virologyj.com/content/8/1/514

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