Added Potential of the Pap Smear: Cytological Sampling as a Screening Tool for Anal Dysplasia

Lauren I. Yorozuya, Diana Moore, Sharon E. Jacob

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Abstract

The field of dermatology and syphilology has relied on diagnostic laboratory and pathology tools to aid in the clinician in care of the patient for the better part of two centuries. The purpose of the diagnostics in dermatology column is to highlight commonly encountered diagnostic tools in dermatology and review the indications for use and result interpretation. This article discusses the anal Pap smear, a useful and cost-effective tool to screen for anal intraepithelial neoplasia in at-risk groups.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)45-48
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association
Volume12
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2020

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Advanced and Specialized Nursing

Keywords

  • Anal Cancer
  • Cytology
  • HIV
  • HPV
  • Pap Smear

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