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Anal fissure.
1Department of Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 200 Hawkins Drive 4622 JCP, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA. amanda-metcalf@uiowa.edu
The Surgical Clinics of North America
|January 9, 2003
Summary
Anal fissures are common, but surgery remains a key treatment. Lateral internal sphincterotomy is a valuable surgical option for patients with anal fissures, even with new medications available.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Colorectal Surgery
Background:
- Anal fissure is a prevalent anorectal condition characterized by distinct clinical presentation.
- While pharmaceutical treatments for anal fissures have advanced, surgical interventions remain relevant.
Purpose of the Study:
- To underscore the continued importance of surgical management for anal fissures.
- To highlight lateral internal sphincterotomy as a viable therapeutic option.
Main Methods:
- This section is not applicable as the abstract does not detail specific methodologies.
Main Results:
- Surgical therapy for anal fissures is not becoming obsolete despite pharmaceutical advancements.
- Lateral internal sphincterotomy is presented as an attractive surgical choice.
Conclusions:
- Lateral internal sphincterotomy remains a significant treatment modality for anal fissures.
- Surgical options, including lateral internal sphincterotomy, are essential for managing anal fissure patients.