Simple Anal Fistulae

The perianal abscess is a disease process which affects the general population, predominantly middle aged men. They are believed to result from infection of the anal crypt glands which seeds infection of the perianal tissues1. The principle of management for cryptoglandular infection is incision and drainage, facilitating clearance of the perianal sepsis. The pathogenesis of anal fistulae is intimately related to that of the perianal abscess; these fistulae both contribute to the abscess, and are a sequela of the treatment2.

Source: Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery - August 26, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Peter Glen, Husein Moloo Source Type: research