
Persistent infection with which virus is the primary cause of cervical cancer worldwide?
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Get StartedPersistent infection with which virus is the primary cause of cervical cancer worldwide?
Options:
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Epstein–Barr virus (EBV)
- Human herpesvirus 8 (HHV‑8)
- Hepatitis B virus (HBV)
Correct answer: Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Explanation: High‑risk human papillomavirus (HPV), particularly types 16 and 18, is the main cause of cervical cancer worldwide, accounting for roughly 70% of cases.
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