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  • Recent studies highlight anal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) risk stratification and precancerous lesion treatment benefits.
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  • Analysis of included publications to identify common themes and variations in screening guidelines.

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  • Guidelines target individuals with HIV and other high-risk groups (e.g., women with vulvar cancer/HSIL, female transplant recipients).
  • Recommended screening involves anal cytology, often with human papillomavirus (HPV) testing; high-resolution anoscopy is advised for follow-up.
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  • Multiple societies now provide comprehensive anal cancer screening recommendations.
  • These guidelines address target populations, screening modalities, treatment protocols, follow-up procedures, and preventive measures for anal SCC.