Condition
HPV medical abbreviation
HPV means "human papillomavirus".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for HPV), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What HPV means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| human papillomavirus | None | Charting, Problem lists |
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What does HPV mean in medical terms?
HPV means "human papillomavirus".
Where is HPV used?
HPV shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is HPV on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. HPV is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.