HPV vaccine showdown: 2 doses may be as good as 3

NCT ID NCT03943875

First seen Feb 17, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looked at whether 15-26 year olds need all 3 doses of the HPV vaccine (Gardasil 9) or if 2 doses provide similar protection. Researchers measured antibody levels in 767 participants to compare the immune response. The goal is to see if a simpler schedule works just as well.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Texas Medical Branch

    Galveston, Texas, 77555, United States

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