Abstract
To devise a rational treatment for hemorrhoids, studies on its pathophysiology are necessary. “Why do hemorrhoids occur?” To answer this question, it eventually returns back to focus on the basic anatomical structure. Also, an appreciation of the anorectal anatomy is mandatory for the surgeons in practice.
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Yang, H.K. (2014). Anal Anatomy. In: Hemorrhoids. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-41798-6_2
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