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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection with oncogenic potential.
  • Persistent HPV infections, particularly certain strains, are linked to malignancy in various anatomical sites.
  • Over 75% of oropharyngeal cancers (OPC) are attributed to HPV, with men exhibiting a threefold higher risk than women.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the development of OPC in men.
  • To highlight risk factors associated with malignant transformation of HPV-OPC.
  • To assess the current evidence regarding early identification, screening, and diagnosis of oral HPV and its impact on OPC outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review focusing on HPV and OPC development in men.
  • Analysis of risk factors for malignant transformation.
  • Evaluation of existing evidence on screening and diagnostic effectiveness.

Main Results:

  • The temporal link between oral HPV detection, infection persistence, and OPC development is established.
  • Men are at significantly higher risk for HPV-OPC compared to women.
  • Current evidence is insufficient to confirm improved outcomes from early identification and screening for oral HPV.

Conclusions:

  • HPV is a major cause of OPC, with men being at higher risk.
  • The effectiveness of oral HPV screening programs requires further investigation.
  • Emulating the success of cervical cancer screening programs for OPC is a potential future strategy.