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DB36.11 category

Ischiorectal abscess

Definition

A condition of the rectum, caused by an infection with a bacterial, viral, or fungal source. This condition is characterised by a focal accumulation of purulent material in the ischiorectal space. This condition presents with pain in the perianal region, back pain, swelling, or fever. Confirmation is commonly by advanced imaging.

Inclusions

  • Abscess of ischiorectal fossa

Also indexed as

Abscess of ischiorectal fossaIschiorectal abscessIschiorectal fistulaTranssphincteric anal fistulaischiorectal fossa fistula

Nearby in Rectal abscess