Human papillomavirus and adolescent girls

Rager, K.M.; Kahn, J.A.

Current Women's Health Reports 2(6): 468-475

2002


ISSN/ISBN: 1534-5874
PMID: 12429082
Document Number: 235392
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STI) in young women. Infection frequently is asymptomatic, but may lead to anogenital condylomata and cervical squamous cell carcinoma. This article provides an overview of the recent literature on HPV infection and its clinical sequelae with a focus on issues pertinent to adolescents.

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