Abstract
Perianal actinomycosis is a chronic disease, with periodic exacerbations. The diagnosis is difficult and frequently made only on pathological examination. We report on the case of a 48-year-old patient with perineal actinomycosis presenting as recurrent perianal abscesses and fistula. He was operated upon for recurrent perianal fistula. The pathological diagnosis was actinomycosis. The patient made an uneventful recovery following surgery and prolonged antibiotic treatment. The combination of surgery and long-term antibiotic therapy are recommended for a complete cure.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 94-95 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | Techniques in Coloproctology |
| Volume | 2 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| State | Published - 1998 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Antibiotic therapy
- Perianal actinomycosis
- Perianal fistula