What is Human Papillomavirus Infection?
It is a viral infection that commonly causes growths on the skin or mucous membranes (warts). There are more than 100 varieties of the human papillomavirus. Some types of human papillomavirus infection cause warts, and others can cause different types of cancer.
Most HPV infections do not lead to cancer. However, some types of genital HPV can cause cancer of the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina (cervix). Other HPV-related cancers include cancer of the anus, penis, vagina, vulva, and back of the throat (oropharynx).
These infections are often transmitted sexually or through other types of skin-to-skin contact.
What treatment do we offer?
Cauterization under local anesthesia and sedation WITH LASER
This is undoubtedly the most effective and innovative treatment, allowing the treatment of both external and internal lesions, regardless of the type, location and degree of involvement. In addition, it allows for the taking of samples and biopsies to assess the HPV serotype, as well as the presence of cellular dysplasia. The use of laser minimizes collateral damage from burns to healthy tissues, shortening postoperative recovery periods.
HIGH RESOLUTION ANORECTAL ULTRASOUND
It is the most commonly used technique to evaluate anorectal function and thus detect functional abnormalities of the anal sphincter and anorectal coordination. It also helps us to identify intrarectal lesions caused by the human papillomavirus that are not visible on simple inspection. This is innovative and accurate in identifying abnormal growths or lesions that cannot be identified with the naked eye, which is why it is of utmost importance in the proper care of the patient.
