Abstract
One hundred patients underwent anal dilatation for acute or chronic anal fissure during the period 1983–1984; white blood count, serum, muscle enzymes, and blood cultures were done. Positive blood cultures were found following the procedure in eight patients. A correlation based on serum enzymes, bacteremia, and trauma can be made. Prophylactic broad-spectrum antibiotics are recommended for patients at risk.
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Goldman, G., Zilberman, M. & Werbin, N. Bacteremia in anal dilatation. Dis Colon Rectum 29, 304–305 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02554116
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02554116