Association Between Bacterial Vaginosis With HPV in US (NHANES 2003–2004)

Objective: The balance of vaginal microecology is closely related to human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and cervical lesions. This study mainly investigates the relationship between bacterial vaginosis (BV) and HPV infection. Methods This study included 1,310 individuals from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES, 2003–2004). We used logistic regression analysis and subgroup analysis to examine the association between BV and HPV infection. Results There was a significant positive association between BV and HPV infection in women after adjustment for other confounders. In subgroup analyses stratified by age, BMI, and race, the positive association between BV and HPV infection persisted. Conclusion This cross-sectional study demonstrated a positive association between BV and HPV infection in women.