Anal condylomas: a management challenge

Anal condylomas result from papillomavirus infection, the most common sexua lly transmitted disease. The principal risk is the development of cancer of the anal canal. The risk of contamination is high, even after a single sex ual contact. No specific antiviral treatment is available and no consensus has been reached on the appropriate treatment of anal condylomas. Despite t he development of various methods (interferon, imiquimod), electrocoagulati on remains the treatment of choice. Finally, regular follow-up and treatmen t of the partner(s) are essential.