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ANEX® BRUSH

Anal cancer is a worldwide problem

Anal cancer has been on the rise in the past decade in line with the HIV epidemic. The rate of Anal cancer in HIV-positive MSM is currently 35 per 100,000 which is approaching the same level as cervical cancer in women.

Screening without the need for proctoscope or anoscope

The entire anal canal is sampled, including the anal transformation zone. HPV infections in particular have been implicated as the prerequisite for the development of the majority of anogenital malignancies accounting for more than 90% of the cervical and anal cancers.

Features
  • Four sections with well-defined rounded soft, flexible bristles.
  • Allows for the sampling of the entire anal canal including the anal-rectal transformation zone
  • Easy to use: No need for a proctoscope or anoscope
  • High sample volume where a single sample can be used for HPV DNA test, cytology, and protein testing.
  • Detachable brush head for ease of removal of brush head for lab processing
  • CE Approved

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