How cervical cancer hijacks cells—and why catching it early just got harder

Researchers discovered that early HPV infection rewires cell genetics in ways that disappear as precancerous lesions advance. The finding suggests doctors may be missing a critical window to detect and treat cervical cancer before it becomes truly dangerous—potentially reshaping screening and prevention strategies.

Originaltitel: HPV-induced host epigenetic reprogramming is lost upon progression to high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia