International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
Prevention of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis: Role of HPV vaccination
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Discussion
Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) is a frustrating disease to manage due to its unpredictable nature and potential for producing airway compromise. RRP is usually caused by infection with human papilloma virus (HPV) subtypes 6 and 11 and is generally considered to be a vertically sexually transmitted disease from mother to child in the birth canal. We present information for the clinician regarding the potential for new vaccines that could impact the incidence of this disease.
Conclusions
Discussions leading to the approval and recommended administration of HPV vaccines are likely to be charged as there are both public health and political implications involved in the approval process for these products. The cost of the vaccines, third-party coverage and whether either or both will receive approval are yet to be determined and will have bearing on their universal use. Given the upcoming approval process, it would seem prudent for the otolaryngology community to express their
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