Almost one in three men worldwide are infected with at least one genital HPV type and around one in five men are infected with one or more HR – HPV types. Our findings show that HPV prevalence is high in men over the age of 15 years and support that sexually active men, regardless of age, are an important reservoir of HPV genital infection. These estimates emphasise the importance of incorporating men in comprehensive HPV prevention strategies to reduce HPV – related morbidity and mortality in men and ultimately achieve elimination of cervical cancer and other HPV – related diseases.
Ref. : The Lancet Global Health, Volume 11, Issue 9, September 2023, Pages e1345-e1362
