Bacteremia in anal dilatation
- 1 May 1986
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Diseases of the Colon & Rectum
- Vol. 29 (5) , 304-305
- https://doi.org/10.1007/bf02554116
Abstract
One hundred patients underwent anal dilatation for acute or chronic anal fissure during the period 1983-1984; white blood count, serum, muscle enzymes, and blood cultures were done. Positive blood cultures were found following the procedure in eight patients. A correlation based on serum enzymes, bacteremia, and trauma can be made. Prophylactic broad-spectrum antibiotics are recommended for patients at risk.Keywords
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