Análise da cobertura vacinal contra o hpv e perfil epidemiológico dos cânceres associados em Goiânia e região metropolitana

Abstract

Objective: To analyze HPV vaccination coverage and the epidemiological profile of

associated cancers in Goiânia and its Metropolitan Region. Methodology: A cross- sectional descriptive study examined HPV vaccination coverage by sex, age group,

and municipality, as well as the incidence and mortality of related cancers in Goiânia and the Metropolitan Region, using publicly available Ministry of Health data from 2014–2025. Results: A gradual increase in vaccination coverage was observed, particularly after the introduction of male vaccination in 2017. Municipalities such as Aragoiânia, Brazabrantes, and Goianira exceeded 100% coverage in 2025. Despite this progress, cervical and oropharyngeal cancers continued to show high incidence and mortality rates, with the greatest concentration in Goiânia and Aparecida de Goiânia. Conclusion: Vaccination coverage expanded substantially, with improved equity between sexes. Nonetheless, the persistence of elevated rates of HPV-associated cancers highlights the need to strengthen prevention, screening, and early diagnosis efforts.