Knowledge about human papillomavirus transmission and prevention among physicians in Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil.

Objective: This study aimed to assess physicians' knowledge about human papillomavirus infection and its prevention.

Methods: Descriptive web-based survey with 15 objective questions targeted to physicians affiliated with the Regional Council of Medicine from Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil. Participants were invited by e-mail and the Council social networks, between January and December 2019.