Anal Cancer Screening Guidelines for PLHIV
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While uncommon in the general population, the incidence of anal squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC) is increasing, and certain groups, including people living with HIV (PLHIV) are disproportionately affected1-2. While anal cancer can affect people of all ages, unlike cervical cancer, rates do not start rising until 35 years or older and continue to rise with increasing age3.