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The fatal potential of fistula-in-ano with abscess: Analysis of 11 deaths

1973; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Volume: 16; Issue: 3 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1007/bf02600971

1530-0358

Gerald Marks, William V. Chase, Thomas B. Mervine,

Diverticular Disease and Complications

Conclusions This report of seven deaths from fistula-in-ano with acute abscess in a seven-year period between 1962 and 1969 at the Philadelphia General Hospital indicates the serious potential of this generally-benign surgical lesion. Fistula-in-ano with acute abscess occurring in the obese or diabetic patient in association with local and systemic signs of invasive infection requires serious, considered management. Similarly, four deaths from the chronic form of fistula-in-ano during the same period indicate the debilitating nature of neglected fistula-in-ano, which can lead ultimately to death.