Anal fissure

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Synonyms and keywords: Fissure in ano

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Abdominal X Ray | CT | Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

Case Studies

Case #1

External links

• Anal fissure and lateral sphincterotomy:Operation Script on Wikisurgery.

• Anal fissure and lateral sphincterotomy:Information for patients on Wikisurgery.

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