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(K60.0) Acute anal fissure
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1 872 308 in individuals diagnosis acute anal fissure confirmed
2 708 deaths with diagnosis acute anal fissure
Diagnosis acute anal fissure is diagnosed Men are 26.18% more likely than Women
1 181 278
Men receive the diagnosis acute anal fissure
1 209 (0.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute anal fissure
1 499 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute anal fissure - Men and Women aged 50-54
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features acute anal fissure
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute anal fissure - what does this mean
Acute anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the lower rectum and anus, usually caused by straining during a bowel movement or passing a hard stool. it is often accompanied by pain and bleeding.
What happens during the disease - acute anal fissure
Acute anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the anal canal, usually caused by increased pressure in the area due to straining during bowel movements. this increased pressure can cause the anal sphincter muscles to spasm, leading to further tearing of the anal mucosa and the development of a painful ulcer. this ulcer can become infected and cause further inflammation and pain.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the anal area
- Digital Rectal Examination (DRE)
- Anoscopy
- Endoanal Ultrasound
- Colonoscopy
- Anal Manometry
- Anal Proctogram
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the pain, heal the fissure and prevent recurrence.
- Increase fiber and fluid intake
- Apply topical anesthetic ointment
- Perform warm sitz baths
- Take stool softeners to reduce strain during bowel movements
- Avoid straining when having a bowel movement
- Avoid spicy foods
- Apply a topical steroid cream
- Consider botulinum toxin injection
- Consider laser therapy
- Consider surgery
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute anal fissure - Prevention
The best way to prevent acute anal fissure is to maintain a healthy diet, which includes plenty of fiber and fluids, regular exercise, and avoiding straining during bowel movements. additionally, using stool softeners and topical medications to reduce pain and inflammation can help to prevent the development of acute anal fissures.