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Review
. 2017 Jul 21:21:101-108.
doi: 10.1016/j.gore.2017.07.009. eCollection 2017 Aug.

Cervical cancer control in HIV-infected women: Past, present and future

Rahel G Ghebre  1   2   3 , Surbhi Grover  4 , Melody J Xu  5 , Linus T Chuang  6 , Hannah Simonds  7
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Review

Cervical cancer control in HIV-infected women: Past, present and future

Rahel G Ghebre et al. Gynecol Oncol Rep. .

Abstract

Since the initial recognition of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) in 1981, an increased burden of cervical cancer was identified among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positive women. Introduction of antiretroviral therapy (ART) decreased risks of opportunistic infections and improved overall survival. HIV-infected women are living longer. Introduction of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, cervical cancer screening and early diagnosis provide opportunities to reduce cervical cancer associated mortality. In line with 2030 Sustainable Development Goals to reduce mortality from non-communicable diseases, increased efforts need to focus on high burden countries within sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Despite limitations of resources in SSA, opportunities exist to improve cancer control. This article reviews advancements in cervical cancer control in HIV-positive women.

Keywords: Cervical cancer; Cervical cancer screening; Chemoradiation therapy; Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV); Limited resource setting.

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2012 Global burden of HIV and cancer.
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