[Clinical examination and complimentary investigations of the anus].
Precise history-taking and a complete clinical examination including all the components of the perineum guide diagnosis in anorectal disorders and most often indicate treatment. Ancillary investigations are sometimes needed for more precise diagnosis or to complete pretreatment workup. Such additional investigations should always be discussed, indicated and interpreted in view of the clinical examination.
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Groupe d'hépato-gastro-entérologie 5, avenue Jean Jaurès 69007 Lyon. p.guyot@accesinter.com
D001003:Anal Canal / Q000502:physiology; D001004:Anus Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D010502:Perineum / Q000473:pathology; D010808:Physical Examination; D014463:Ultrasonography