Perianal abscess

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel , 5 Jan 2013
Diagnosis almost certain
Changed by Matt A. Morgan, 30 Jun 2015

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Race changed from Indian/Pakistani to .

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Findings was changed:

Transrectal ultrasound study shows:Approximately 16 x 15 x 12 mm sized collection with echoes is noted at  6 o'clock to anal canal - probable, probably an abscess.Tract is directed cranially for 13 mm in length.Its communication withIt communicates with the anal canal at 6 o'clock.

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