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papillomavirus |
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papillomavirusAny of a group of viruses that cause warts and other harmless tumours in humans. More than 100 distinct types are known. Different types are responsible for warts of the hands, plantar warts (of the feet), and throat warts. Genital warts are caused by other types, which are spread by sexual intercourse. Some types of papillomaviruses that cause genital infections have been linked with various cancerous tumours, especially cervical cancers; their presence can be detected through a Pap smear. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Her research interests include persistent viral infections, in particular herpesvirus and human papillomavirus infections. High incidence of Cervical Human Papillomavirus Infections in Women During Their First Sexual Relationship. Melchers WJ, Clans HC, Quint WG, Use of the polymerase chain reaction to study the relationship between human papillomavirus infections and cervical cancer. |
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