[Expert consensus on comprehensive prevention and control strategies for human papillomavirus associated diseases].

Abstract

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is not only the primary cause of cervical cancer but is also closely linked to anal, vaginal, penile, vulvar, and head and neck cancers, including oropharyngeal and oral cancers. Additionally, HPV can cause genital warts and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis, posing a significant threat to population health. Enhancing the prevention and control of HPV-associated diseases is crucial for safeguarding public health in China. This consensus explicitly advocates for strengthening scientific research, improving professional capacities, intensifying public health education, enhancing access to prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment services, and promoting policy support. These measures aim to establish an integrated strategy for the comprehensive prevention and control of HPV-associated diseases, offering strategic guidance for healthcare providers, researchers, health administrators, and policymakers involved in HPV prevention and control. It also emphasizes expanding focus and action beyond cervical cancer, advocating a transition from a predominantly female-centered prevention model toward a gender-neutral approach, thereby fostering a more comprehensive public health framework.