Can Anal Cytology Be a Tool in Following Patients Treated for Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anus?

This study demonstrated that HSIL was identified cytologically in the surveillance period. There may be utility in using anal cytology to identify HSIL in patients during this period in lieu of the specialized resources required for HRA. This may allow dysplasia to be treated with excision and fulguration prior to redevelopment of SCCA.