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Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Anorectal Abscess, Fistula-in-Ano, and Rectovaginal Fistula.
Published Dec 1, 2016 · J. Vogel, E. Johnson, A. Morris
Diseases of the colon and rectum
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Abstract
1117 Diseases of the Colon & ReCtum Volume 59: 12 (2016) the american society of Colon and Rectal surgeons is dedicated to ensuring high-quality patient care by advancing the science, prevention, and management of disorders and diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. the Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee is charged with leading international efforts in defining quality care for conditions related to the colon, rectum, and anus by developing clinical practice guidelines based on the best available evidence. these guidelines are inclusive, not prescriptive, and are intended for the use of all practitioners, health care workers, and patients who desire information about the management of the conditions addressed by the topics covered in these guidelines. their purpose is to provide information based on which decisions can be made, rather than dictate a specific form of treatment. it should be recognized that these guidelines should not be deemed inclusive of all proper methods of care or exclusive of methods of care reasonably directed to obtaining the same results. the ultimate judgment regarding the propriety of any specific procedure or intervention must be made by the physician in light of all the circumstances presented by the individual patient.
This guideline provides information for managing anorectal abscess, fistula-in-ano, and rectovaginal fistula, with the ultimate judgment regarding appropriate treatment being made by physicians based on individual patient circumstances.
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