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Review
. 2024 Feb 21;16(3):327.
doi: 10.3390/v16030327.

HPV and Cervical Cancer: Molecular and Immunological Aspects, Epidemiology and Effect of Vaccination in Latin American Women

Christian David Hernández-Silva  1 , Adrián Ramírez de Arellano  2 , Ana Laura Pereira-Suárez  1   2 , Inocencia Guadalupe Ramírez-López  3
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Review

HPV and Cervical Cancer: Molecular and Immunological Aspects, Epidemiology and Effect of Vaccination in Latin American Women

Christian David Hernández-Silva et al. Viruses. .

Abstract

Cervical cancer is primarily caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection and remains a significant public health concern, particularly in Latin American regions. This comprehensive narrative review addresses the relationship between Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer, focusing on Latin American women. It explores molecular and immunological aspects of HPV infection, its role in cervical cancer development, and the epidemiology in this region, highlighting the prevalence and diversity of HPV genotypes. The impact of vaccination initiatives on cervical cancer rates in Latin America is critically evaluated. The advent of HPV vaccines has presented a significant tool in combating the burden of this malignancy, with notable successes observed in various countries, the latter due to their impact on immune responses. The review synthesizes current knowledge, emphasizes the importance of continued research and strategies for cervical cancer prevention, and underscores the need for ongoing efforts in this field.

Keywords: HPV; Latin America; cervical cancer; epidemiology; immunological aspects; vaccines.

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The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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