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Acute anal pain due to ingested bone.

C Seow1, A F Leong, H S Goh

  • 1Department of Colorectal Surgery, Singapore General Hospital.

International Journal of Colorectal Disease
|November 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Ingested bone impaction in the anal canal causes acute anal pain, mimicking other common conditions. Prompt diagnosis via digital rectal exam and early bone removal provide immediate pain relief and prevent complications like abscesses.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery

Background:

  • Acute anal pain is a common presentation in emergency settings.
  • Differential diagnoses include perianal abscesses, anal fissures, and thrombosed hemorrhoids.

Observation:

  • Six cases of acute anal pain were reported.
  • The pain was caused by ingested bone impacted in the anal canal.

Findings:

  • Clinical presentation of bone impaction mimics common anorectal conditions.
  • Digital rectal examination is key for diagnosis.
  • Early bone removal leads to immediate pain relief.

Implications:

  • Delayed diagnosis can lead to complications such as deeper bone penetration and abscess formation.
  • Prompt recognition and intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in anal canal bone impaction.

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