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ArticleGynecologic oncology reports2026

Evaluating the effectiveness of various treatment modalities in vulvar high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (vHSIL): a systematic review.

Vera J G M Vaessen, Katerina Sidera, Ralf L O van de Laar, Heleen J van Beekhuizen

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Vera J G M VaessenDepartment of Gynecologic Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Centre Rotterdam, Dr. Molewaterplein 40, 3015 GD Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Katerina SideraDepartment of Gynecologic Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Centre Rotterdam, Dr. Molewaterplein 40, 3015 GD Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Ralf L O van de LaarDepartment of Gynecologic Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Centre Rotterdam, Dr. Molewaterplein 40, 3015 GD Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Heleen J van BeekhuizenDepartment of Gynecologic Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Centre Rotterdam, Dr. Molewaterplein 40, 3015 GD Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

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Abstract

Objective: Vulvar high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (vHSIL) is a premalignant condition caused by persistent infection with high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV), with approximately 10% of cases progressing to vulvar carcinoma within ten years. This systematic review evaluates the effectiveness of surgical excision, CO Methods: A systematic review was performed following PRISMA guidelines, with literature searches conducted in Medline, Embase, and Web of Science (PROSPERO: CRD42024578702). Eligible studies included adult women (≥18 years) with histopathologically confirmed vHSIL requiring treatment. Two independent reviewers performed study selection and data extraction, and risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane tools. Due to substantial study heterogeneity, a formal Results: 26 studies involving 1,705 patients were included. Pooled CR rates ranged from 55 to 100% for excision, 44-85% for CO Conclusion: No single treatment modality proved superior, with all showing high recurrence rates. These results emphasize the importance of individualized treatment strategies and further research to reduce recurrence.

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ExcisionHuman Papillomavirus (HPV)ImiquimodLaser ablationRecurrenceVulvar High-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion (vHSIL)Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia (VIN)

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