Improving Treatment for Infant Perianal Abscesses

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Authors

Artem Dadamyan, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine Medical Student
Nathan Novotny, Corewell Health East
Ngan Nguyen, Corewell Health East

Description

Perianal abscesses: • Tender masses located at the anal verge, typically in the 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock positions1

• Develop due to infection in abnormally deep crypts of Morgagni 1

• If left untreated, can extend into the ischioanal space or intersphincteric space since these areas are continuous with the perianal space.2

• Some may develop into fistula in ano, which can be difficult to treat3 Treatment:

• The standard has always been incision and drainage (I&D), but non-invasive management of Sitz baths is increasingly being used.

Publication Date

5-2025

Disciplines

Pediatrics | Surgery

Recommended Citation

Dadamyan A, Novotny N, Nguyen N. Improving treatment for infant perianal abscesses. Poster presented at: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine Embark Capstone Colloquium; 2025 May; Rochester Hills, MI.

Comments

The Embark Capstone Colloquium at the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, Rochester Hills, MI, May, 2025.