2023-10-03 09:36:00
Clínica Rotger Hosts Multidisciplinary Conference on HPV and Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment
Clínica Rotger’s gynecological service recently organized a multidisciplinary conference to discuss and analyze the current state of the human papilloma virus (HPV) in our environment. The conference aimed to highlight the continuous progress in improving the diagnosis and treatment of patients with HPV.
Dr. Anna Martínez, Head of the gynecological service at Clínica Rotger, stated that these meetings provide an opportunity for gynecological teams to understand and implement the new guidelines for measures against HPV. The conference promotes coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration, which ultimately benefits all those involved, particularly the patients.
During the conference, Dr. Mario Ruiz Coll, a Gynecologist specializing in oncological surgery and human papilloma viruses at both Clínica Rotger and Son Espases University Hospital, presented the new clinical guidelines of the Spanish Association of Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy (AEPCC). Dr. Ruiz Coll emphasized the necessity for further advancements in preventing cervical cancer, as despite the progress made, women continue to suffer from this disease.
The conference also focused on the superiority of HPV-based screening in recent years. This screening approach allows for risk-based, stratified screening, which is more sensitive and has a high negative predictive value. Specialists can now focus on women who test positive for HPV and provide personalized follow-up care and appropriate treatment based on this indicator. HPV screening is often combined with a cytological examination to complete the study.
Dr. A.S. Francis Aliaga, Head of the Molecular Biology Laboratory at Clínica Rotger and Quirónsalud Palmaplanas Hospital, discussed the different available methods for the diagnosis and monitoring of HPV patients. Dr. Aliaga stressed the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and constant training for gynecological teams to utilize the diagnostic advantages offered by molecular biology laboratory tests. He also mentioned that no woman should die from cervical cancer and that there is always room for improvement in HPV prevention and treatment.
The conference shed light on the fact that HPV is not only responsible for cervical cancer but also affects other sites and causes various pathologies in both women and men. This includes esophageal cancer, anal cancer, condylomas, recurrent papillomatosis of the respiratory tract, and even associations with sterility. Specialists from other areas such as internal medicine and reproductive medicine also participated in the conference to emphasize the importance of a comprehensive approach to HPV.
The main objective of the conference was to expand the training and knowledge of the new guidelines for measures against HPV among gynecologists at Clínica Rotger and professionals from other hospitals in Mallorca. The conference aimed to promote coordinated and multidisciplinary work between various services involved in order to provide the best therapeutic alternatives for patients.
Clínica Rotger’s initiative in organizing this multidisciplinary conference highlights its commitment to staying updated on the latest advancements in diagnosing and treating HPV. The conference acts as a platform for knowledge-sharing and collaboration to ensure that patients receive the best possible care.]
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