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Review
. 2006 May 28;12(20):3146-54.
doi: 10.3748/wjg.v12.i20.3146.

Controversies in the treatment of common anal problems

Ismail Sagap  1 , Feza-H Remzi
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Review

Controversies in the treatment of common anal problems

Ismail Sagap et al. World J Gastroenterol. .

Abstract

Treating common benign anal diseases has evolved towards more outpatient procedures with better outcome. However, minimizing post-procedure morbidities such as pain and the avoidance incontinence remain the most significant concerns. We introduce some controversies and highlight the developments in current surgical practice for the treatment of common anal problems.

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