Which human papillomavirus (HPV) types are most commonly associated with cervical cancer and are primary targets of early HPV vaccines?
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Get StartedWhich human papillomavirus (HPV) types are most commonly associated with cervical cancer and are primary targets of early HPV vaccines?
Options:
- HPV types 6 and 11
- HPV types 16 and 18
- HPV types 1 and 2
- HPV types 31 and 45
Correct answer: HPV types 16 and 18
Explanation: HPV types 16 and 18 are high‑risk oncogenic strains responsible for about 70% of cervical cancers; the first HPV vaccine was licensed in 2006 targeting these types.
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