Risk factors for HPV infection in university students in Guayaquil

Abstract

HPV infection is a serious public health problem worldwide. Although research on HPV has revolved around the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infections in women, it has been reported that most university students are unaware of the clinical signs, management, and treatment of this infection, and of health practices. prevention against HPV and even the majority of university students have never had a Pap smear. Risk factors for HPV (human papillomavirus) infection in university students from Guayaquil were evaluated. The study revealed that the prevalence of HPV infection in students who reported not having information about HPV infection was significantly higher since they remain in a state of low perception of risk of contagion.