Review Article
Maki Komiyama and Koji Hase
Abstract
The aim of this review is to promote the prevention of cervical cancer in Japan. Cervical cancer due to human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a preventable cause of death, although HPV infection is very common and anyone who has had sexual intercourse can become infected. Cervical cancer is a serious disease that can significantly affect women’s lives; it can not only deprive women of their fertility but also lead to death if left untreated.