[Current WSES-AAST guidelines on anorectal emergencies-Summary and comments]

Area of Science:

• Emergency Surgery
• Surgical Guidelines
• Anorectal Diseases

Context:

• The World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES) and the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST) convened in 2019.
• Anorectal emergencies represent a significant challenge in surgical practice.
• Existing guidelines were insufficient for global application.

Purpose:

• To establish the first comprehensive global consensus recommendations for managing anorectal emergencies.
• To provide evidence-based guidance for surgeons worldwide.
• To standardize treatment protocols for common anorectal conditions.

Summary:

• The guideline addresses seven specific anorectal emergencies.
• Recommendations are based on the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) system.
• This guideline serves as a crucial resource for surgeons in their daily practice.

Impact:

• Facilitates standardized and improved patient care for anorectal emergencies globally.
• Enhances surgical decision-making through evidence-based recommendations.
• Establishes a foundational document for future research and clinical practice in emergency anorectal surgery.