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Human papillomavirus in the oral cavity of children

Raquel dos Santos Pinheiro1, Talita Ribeiro Tenório de França, Dennis de Carvalho Ferreira

  • 1Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry, Fedral University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. raquelodontouff@click21.com.br

Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine : Official Publication of the International Association of Oral Pathologists and the American Academy of Oral Pathology
|October 26, 2010
PubMed

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Oral Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection in children requires further investigation due to transmission routes and potential links to oral cancer. Understanding oral HPV in pediatric populations is crucial for diagnosis and management.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Infectious Diseases
  • Oral Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common viral infection.
  • Oral HPV infections can occur in children.
  • The prevalence and implications of oral HPV in children are not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and review existing literature on oral HPV infections specifically in children.
  • To understand the scope of research on pediatric oral HPV.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive electronic database search was conducted.
  • Search terms included 'oral HPV' and 'children'.
  • Included studies focused on prevalence, descriptive data, case reports, risk factors, and transmission.

Main Results:

  • The review identified studies examining the prevalence of oral HPV in children globally.
  • Research encompasses descriptive studies, case reports, and investigations into risk factors and transmission pathways.
  • Data on oral HPV in pediatric populations is varied.

Conclusions:

  • The presence of oral HPV in children warrants further investigation.
  • Understanding transmission routes is essential.
  • Investigating oral HPV in children may help rule out sexual abuse and elucidate its role in oral cancer development.
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