Complicaciones del VPH en mujeres de 18 a 50 años en el Hospital General Milagro. 2021 – 2023.

Abstract

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the leading causes of cervical cancer and a wide range of associated complications. This virus is primarily transmitted through high-risk sexual behavior. The transmission and spread of HPV is a public health issue that encourages further investigation. Our main objective is to review the complications of HPV in women aged 18 to 50 at Hospital General Milagro during the years 2021–2023. This study was conducted in an observational, descriptive, retrospective, and cross-sectional manner. A population of 409 patients was analyzed, and Microsoft Excel was used for data collection. The main results obtained in this research indicate that 40.5% of women with multiple sexual partners represent the most common risk factor for contracting HPV. Genotype 16 was the most prevalent, with a percentage of 47.1%. It was concluded that the primary complication in women with HPV is cervical cancer, occurring in 37.2% of cases, followed by genital warts at 18.2%. Therefore, we recommend strengthening primary prevention campaigns by prioritizing vaccination with updated schedules, as well as developing educational programs related to sexual health, emphasizing consistent condom use and the reduction of high-risk sexual behaviors.