Video Tip: Diagnosing Squamous Cell Cancer of the Anus | December 2022-Diagnosing Squamous Cell Cancer of the Anus

Diagnosing Squamous Cell Cancer of the Anus

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Video Summary

In this video, a 54-year-old woman is examined for a firm palpable nodule at the upper end of the anal canal. The nodule shows vascular changes similar to those seen in condyloma, but it is firmer upon palpation. It is identified as a small squamous cell cancer of the anus, which has a good prognosis with treatment when detected early. The video emphasizes the importance of recognizing the firm palpable mass and conducting a thorough examination, including retroflexion, to identify any potential squamous cell cancer. Retroflexion is also valuable for diagnosing benign conditions like hemorrhoids and anal papillae. This video is sponsored by Braintree, a part of Cibela Pharmaceuticals, with funding from an educational grant.

Keywords

54-year-old woman

firm palpable nodule

squamous cell cancer

early detection

retroflexion