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RNAscope for In situ Detection of Transcriptionally Active Human Papillomavirus in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Published on: March 11, 2014
Nursing care and treatment of the patient with human papillomavirus
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health and Humans Science, University of Hertfordshire.
Abstract:
Human papillomavirus is a common and highly contagious virus that causes genital warts, which are not only unsightly, but the treatment may also be complex and the results of such treatment variable. For the patient this may result in physical and psychological trauma. Over 100 genotypes of the virus have been identified and a number of these can result in benign tumours of the skin and mucosa. Others however, are associated with intraepithelial neoplaisa of the vulva, cervix, penis and anus and squamous cell carcinoma. The nurse can provide the patient with the physical and psychological support the patient needs only if he/she has insight and understanding regarding the infection, its natural history, the diagnosis and subsequent management. Care should be provided in a non-judgmental manner, with respect and empathy.
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