3. Cervix, Low Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion (Flat
Condyloma) - Low Power
Flat condyloma, or human papilloma virus infection, is characterized
by the presence of koilocytes, which are squamous cells with
enlarged, wrinkled, dark ("raisinoid") nuclei surrounded by a halo.
The cells are usually found in the superficial half of the
epithelium. Which HPV subtypes are associated with high grade
dysplasia and carcinoma?
Answer
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