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    • Proctology
    • Surgical Gastroenterology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Periproctal inflammations rapidly spread due to anatomical factors and infectious agents.
    • Most inflammations evolve into abscesses, commonly originating from infected anal glands (80-90%) and potentially leading to anorectal fistulas (up to two-thirds).
    • Anorectal abscesses are classified by location: marginal, subcutaneous perianal, submucosal, intersphincteric, ischiorectal, and supralevator.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the pathophysiology, classification, diagnosis, and treatment of periproctal inflammations, specifically anorectal abscesses.
    • To emphasize the importance of early surgical intervention in managing anorectal abscesses.
    • To define the role of antibiotic therapy in conjunction with surgical drainage.

    Main Methods:

    • Diagnosis relies on thorough physical examination.
    • Imaging modalities like computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and endoanal ultrasound may be employed.
    • Treatment focuses on prompt and adequate surgical drainage of the abscess.

    Main Results:

    • Early and adequate surgical drainage is the critical factor for successful treatment of anorectal abscesses.
    • Adjuvant antibiotic therapy is indicated only in cases of systemic sepsis or in patients with comorbidities (e.g., diabetes, valvular heart disease, immunodeficiency).

    Conclusions:

    • Anorectal abscesses are primarily treated with surgical drainage.
    • Antibiotics are an adjunct therapy, not a primary treatment, reserved for specific clinical scenarios.