Male homosexuality, HIV infection and colorectal surgery.
The sexual practices of male homosexuals may lead to the development of a wide variety of colorectal and perianal diseases. This review describes the pathogenesis of these conditions, their management, and the influence of HIV infection on these conditions.
ICRF Colorectal Unit, St. Mark's Hospital, London, UK.
J H
JH
Scholefield
J M
JM
Northover
N D
ND
Carr
D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000150:complications; D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000150:complications*; D006716:Homosexuality; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012002:Rectal Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*