Neoplasms of the Anus

David E. Beck

doi:10.1055/s-2001-16555

Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Table of Contents

Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2001; 14(3): 275-284
DOI: 10.1055/s-2001-16555

Neoplasms of the Anus

David E. Beck

Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Ochsner Clinic and Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation, New Orleans, LA

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Neoplasms of the anus are uncommon. Knowledge of anatomy and pathophysiology helps direct diagnosis and treatment. Anal canal cancers are treated with chemoradiation, whereas most other lesions are managed with wide local excision.

KEYWORD

Cancer - anal canal - Bowen's disease - Paget's disease - anal melanoma

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