Anal fissure.
Anal fissure is a common condition with a characteristic presentation. Despite increased pharmaceutical options in the medical management of anal fissures, surgical therapy is not in danger of becoming obsolete. Lateral internal sphincterotomy remains an attractive option for many patients suffering from this painful condition.
Metcalf
Amanda M
AM
Department of Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 200 Hawkins Drive 4622 JCP, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA. amanda-metcalf@uiowa.edu
D005260:Female; D005401:Fissure in Ano / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012307:Risk Factors