Although conducted on a small number of patients, this study suggests that in patients with uterine cancer small and strictly localized, clearly informed, seeking a subsequent pregnancy, conservative surgical treatment by cone biopsy and removal of lymph pelvic lymph, preceded by three months of chemotherapy, is effective, well tolerated and allows these young women to carry a pregnancy.

There are over 100 types of human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a virus that can infect many parts of the body. Some types of HPV are sexually transmitted and can cause warts or have other consequences, such as cancer (eg, cancer of the cervix, penile and anal) in the anogenital area in men and women. The types of HPV that infect the anogenital region are different from those that infect other body parts, like fingers, hands and face. The guys who are causing anogenital warts generally do not cause cancer.

The various types of HPV are often classified as low risk and high risk, given their association with cancer. The types of "low risk" are rarely associated with cancer. The types of "high risk" are more likely to lead to the development of cancer.
There are DNA tests that in some situations, can be used to detect HPV infection. In Canada, analysis of HPV DNA have been approved for women, but their accessibility and availability is limited.

Testing for HPV DNA is not part of the review of current health, the pelvic exam, testing for sexually transmitted infections or a Pap test (Pap test). In areas that recommend and use the analysis of HPV DNA in some situations, it is used in conjunction with the Pap test results to determine the need for screening and subsequent management. Ask your health care provider what recommendations on screening for HPV DNA in your area.


The Pap test is used to detect abnormal cells in the cervix, Pap tests regularly can help detect abnormalities or changes in the cervix before cancer develops. For more information, see the factsheet "Your Health" on the screening of cervical cancer New window. The recommendations for screening Pap tests vary depending on the province or territory where you live. Ask your health care provider what are the recommended intervals on the Pap test in your area.

No analysis of HPV DNA is currently approved for men except in the context of scientific studies. For more information, please see the factsheet The human papillomavirus (HPV) and Men.


Is it possible to prevent cancer of the cervix?

It is possible to prevent cervical cancer through screening to detect abnormal cells and precancerous changes before they turn into cancer. The Pap test can detect cervical cancer and precancerous changes in women. There is the presence of cervical cancer more often in women who have not undergone regular Pap tests.

What about pregnancy and anogenital warts?

HPV is not involved in the ability of a woman becoming pregnant. Most pregnant women with a history of anogenital warts, and did more, probably will not have complications or problems during pregnancy or childbirth. However, during pregnancy, the size and number of anogenital warts may increase.

It is rare for a pregnant woman transmit HPV to her baby during childbirth by vaginal delivery. A caesarean is not recommended unless warts obstruct the birth canal.