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Perirectal abscess and fistulae are a common diagnosis in general surgery. The presentation can vary from a small, localized process to serious systemic illness. Management of these processes depends on a thorough knowledge of anatomy and the patient’s comorbid conditions.
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Wilson, M.Z., Chinn, B.T. (2019). Management of Perianal Abscess and Fistula-in-Ano. In: Docimo Jr., S., Pauli, E. (eds) Clinical Algorithms in General Surgery . Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-98497-1_73
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