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A role of human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccines as a therapy for genital warts was suggested, nevertheless; it has not been established in clinical trials and has yet to be determined. To evaluate a potential benefit of intralesional injection of bivalent HPV (Cervarix) vaccine as a treatment for anogenital warts versus topical podophyllin resin 25%. Forty four patients with anogenital warts were included in the study, 22 patients received intralesional Cervarix every 2 weeks until clearance of lesions or for a maximum of 5 sessions. The other 22 patients received topical podophyllin resin 25% twice weekly until complete resolution or for a maximum of four weeks. Follow up was done for 6 months. Dermatology life quality index (DLQI) was measured. Complete clearance of warts was achieved in 10 patients (45.5%) in Cervarix group vs 6 patients (27.3%) in Podophyllin group. The difference was statistically insignificant. No recurrence of warts was reported in Cervarix group while 2 patiens (33.3%) showed recurrence in Podophyllin group. Both treatments were well tolerated. All patients reported significant improvement of their DLQI. Intralesional Cervarix is a promising modality showing higher rates of complete response, high safety, and no recurrence. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.