Question 19 (part 2) · LEK · Proctology
Which of the following statements is true about benign tumours of the anus:
- A. perianal haematoma is a painful lump located inside the anus on its border due to subcutaneous bleeding and thrombus formation.
- B. genital warts are typically asymptomatic and their presence increases the risk of rectal adenocarcinoma.
- C. a fibroepithelial polyp is a benign overgrowth of the anal epithelium.
- D. A and B are correct.
- E. A and C are correct.
Hint
Assess each statement separately: one lesion is caused by HPV and is linked to squamous, not glandular, cancer.
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