Evaluation of unenhanced three-dimensional endoanal ultrasound scan in preoperative assessment of perianal sepsis
Someswara Rao Meegada,
Kishore V. Alapati,
Mathai Varughese
Abstract:Background: Perianal sepsis which includes perianal fistula and abscess is a common clinical condition that requires thorough preoperative evaluation to decrease the recurrence rate and to plan relevant surgery according to the anatomy of the fistula. MRI and 3D EAUS are two important preoperative investigations that delineate the anatomy of simple and complex fistula tracts. Due to lower cost and easier use 3D EAUS is a safe and reliable first-line investigation in evaluating perianal abscess.
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