Rectovaginal examinations and human papillomavirus: can we decrease the risk of colorectal infection?
Rectovaginal examination with gloves contaminated with vaginal secretions might increase the risk of human papillomavirus (HPV) inoculation of the rectum in women with genital HPV infections. Because of the high prevalence of asymptomatic genital HPV infections, and the association between HPV and colorectal malignancy, examination gloves should be changed between vaginal and rectal examinations.
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William W
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Boonshoft School of Medicine, Wright State University, Dayton, OH, USA. ww@mvh.org
D015179:Colorectal Neoplasms / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000821:virology*; D051517:Digital Rectal Examination / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D005932:Gloves, Surgical; D006801:Humans; D010173:Palpation / Q000009:adverse effects; D030361:Papillomavirus Infections / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission; D012307:Risk Factors; D014621:Vagina