Anal HPV Screening and High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA) in Dublin
CareBridge Medical offers consultant-led assessment for anal HPV, abnormal anal cytology, High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA), biopsy assessment and follow-up planning in Dublin, Ireland.
- Assessment of anal HPV, abnormal screening results and related symptoms
- HRA to examine areas that may require closer review or biopsy assessment
- Clear written follow-up plan after consultation where appropriate
Focused, consultant-led assessment
This page explains the service, who it may be relevant for, what happens during assessment, and how follow-up is organised. It is designed to help patients understand the pathway before booking.
What this service covers
This service focuses on assessment and follow-up for patients who may need specialist review of anal HPV-related concerns.
Anal HPV assessment
Review for patients with anal HPV, previous HPV-related diagnoses, or questions about monitoring and next steps.
Abnormal anal cytology
Specialist review for patients referred after abnormal anal cytology or previous anal biopsy findings.
Symptoms needing evaluation
Assessment where there is bleeding, pain, itching, irritation, visible lesions or another anal symptom requiring clinical review.
Previous treatment review
Structured follow-up after prior treatment or surveillance for HPV-related anal lesions.
Higher-risk patients
Review may be relevant for patients whose clinician has advised closer surveillance because of underlying risk factors or medical history.
Clear communication
Consultations are available in English and Spanish, with a focus on practical explanations and informed decision-making.
What may be included in assessment
The exact plan depends on the reason for referral, your prior results and the consultant assessment on the day.
History and risk review
Review of symptoms, prior HPV-related history, previous test results and relevant medical background.
Anal cytology review
Assessment of existing anal cytology results and whether further investigation is appropriate.
High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA)
Magnified examination of the anal canal and surrounding tissue to identify areas that may need closer assessment.
Targeted sampling when indicated
If clinically appropriate, targeted biopsy sampling may be recommended to clarify the diagnosis.
Management discussion
Discussion of suitable next steps, which may include monitoring, treatment discussion or onward referral, depending on findings.
Surveillance plan
Clear follow-up recommendations based on the consultation, examination findings and any available test results.
What to expect
A straightforward pathway from booking through to explanation of findings and follow-up.
Book
Choose an appointment and provide a brief reason for booking so the clinic can prepare appropriately.
Review
Your consultation includes review of symptoms, background, previous results and whether HRA is indicated.
Assess
If performed, HRA helps the consultant examine the area in more detail and decide whether additional assessment is needed.
Plan
You receive an explanation of findings and the recommended next step, which may include monitoring, treatment discussion or follow-up.
Preparing for your appointment
- Bring any previous anal cytology, biopsy or HPV-related results if you have them.
- Avoid inserting anything into the anus for 24 hours before your appointment unless a clinician has advised otherwise.
- Do not use bowel preparation unless you have been specifically instructed to do so.
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for registration and any clinical paperwork.
Important information
- Not every patient will need HRA, biopsy assessment or further procedures.
- Recommendations depend on symptoms, prior results, examination findings and clinical judgement.
- This page is informational and does not replace personalised medical advice.
- If you have severe pain, heavy bleeding or urgent symptoms, seek urgent medical attention.
Meet your specialist
Dr. Michell Cruz, MD
Clinic Director
Dr. Cruz works in internal medicine and infectious diseases and has experience in HPV-related conditions and specialist follow-up pathways.
This page has been written to explain the scope of the clinic service in clear, patient-facing language and to help patients understand when specialist review may be appropriate.
Questions patients often ask
These answers are written specifically for this page and are not repeated in structured data markup.
What is HRA used for?
HRA is a magnified examination that can help a clinician assess anal tissue more closely when symptoms, previous results or clinical history suggest that further review may be useful.
Will everyone with HPV need HRA?
No. Whether HRA is recommended depends on the type of concern, prior results, symptoms and the consultant’s assessment.
Can I attend if I already had tests elsewhere?
Yes. Bringing previous reports can make the consultation more useful and may help avoid repeating investigations unnecessarily.
Does this page offer emergency advice?
No. This is an informational clinic page. If you have urgent symptoms or feel acutely unwell, use urgent medical services.
Medical information notice
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Book a consultation in Dublin
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