How HPV spreads between family members
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat, Infections, Mouth & dental, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how HPV (a common virus) spreads within families. If you or a partner have HPV or related cancers, the study may help understand transmission and protect your family.
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Who can take part
- You or your partner must have a long-lasting high-risk HPV infection, cervical cancer, or a type of throat cancer linked to HPV.
- You must be referred to a special clinic for colposcopy, gynecological cancer, or ear-nose-throat issues.
- You may be a sexual partner of someone with the condition, or a child over 12 in the same family.
- You must be able to speak Finnish.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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