Transmission of Human Papillomavirus in Heterosexual Couples
2008
Transmission of HPV in Couples
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Author Information
Author(s): Brenda Y. Hernandez, PhD, MPH, Lynne R. Wilkens, DrPH, Xuemei Zhu, MD, Pamela Thompson, MPH, Katharine McDuffie, BS, Yurii B. Shvetsov, PhD, Jeffrey Killeen, MD, Lily Ning, MD, Marc T. Goodman, PhD, MPH, Lori E. Kamemoto, MD, MPH, Charles P. Vega, MD
Primary Institution: University of California, Irvine, California, USA
Conclusion
The study identifies common HPV statuses and transmission modes between heterosexual couples.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants will learn about the common HPV statuses in couples.
- The study specifies the most common mode of HPV transmission.
- It describes the role of different body sites in HPV transmission.
- Behavioral factors associated with HPV transmission are identified.
Takeaway
This study helps us understand how HPV spreads between partners and what factors are involved.
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