Abstract
Screening practices for anal dysplasia with the use of anal cytology and high-resolution anoscopy (HRA) has become a topic of increased interest to colon and rectal surgeons. However, screening continues to be practiced by a minority of clinicians. One major hurdle is how to incorporate anal cytology screening programs into busy colorectal surgical practices. In this article, I highlight my early experience treating anal dysplasia and review my current approach and practice pattern for treating anal dysplasia. I also suggest a few paradigms for implementing screening into various clinical settings, and offer surveillance algorithms for individual patients with anal dysplasia based on risk factors.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 111-113 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 2017 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Gastroenterology