Complications of Anorectal Surgery

David E. Beck; David A. Margolin

doi:10.1055/s-2003-42901

Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Table of Contents

Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2003; 16(3): 181-188
DOI: 10.1055/s-2003-42901

Complications of Anorectal Surgery

David E. Beck, David A. Margolin

Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation. New Orleans, Louisiana

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Complications in anal surgery are uncommon, but when they occur both the patient and the surgeon can experience significant problems. This article describes the more frequent complications related to anorectal conditions and presents techniques of prevention and management.

KEYWORDS

Complications - hemorrhage - pain - anorectal - hemorrhoidectomy

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