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01-02-2017 | Scientific Review

Treatment-Based Three-Dimensional Classification and Management of Anorectal Infections

Authors: A. E. Ortega, K. G. Cologne, J. Shin, S. W. Lee, G. T. Ault

Published in: World Journal of Surgery | Issue 2/2017

Abstract

This article provides a current overview on clinical anatomy, pathophysiology, workup and surgical management of anorectal abscesses. Based on the three-dimensional nature of anorectal abscesses, a novel treatment-based classification is proposed. It examines the basis of a philosophic shift from simple drainage to concomitant definitive treatment of abscesses and their underlying primary fistulous trajectories. Complications are discussed specifically in this context.

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Title: Treatment-Based Three-Dimensional Classification and Management of Anorectal Infections
Authors: A. E. Ortega
K. G. Cologne
J. Shin
S. W. Lee
G. T. Ault
Publication date: 01-02-2017
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Published in: World Journal of Surgery / Issue 2/2017
Print ISSN: 0364-2313
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2323
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00268-016-3767-8

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