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Anal Mass
A. History
- Digital rectal examination (C)
Physical examination (B)
Appearance
Anoscopy (D)
No
Pain
Ulcerative
Draining
Exophytic
Prolapsed internal
Mucosal
Rectal prolapse (M)
Biopsy (V)
Neoplasm (U)
Complex
Fistula-in-ano (S)
YesNo
Destruction (R)
Condyloma acuminata (Q)
Excisional
hemorrohid (O)
hemorrhoidectomy (P)
Perineal
Rectopexy +/-
sigmoid resection
Conservative
Seton
Advancement flap (T)
Lay open
Fistulotomy (T)
Mucosal
proctectomy (N)
rectosigmoidectomy
management (L)
Yes
anesthesia
D. Exam under
Appearance
Hypertrophied
anal papilla (K)
Ulcerative
Sexually
Hematoma
Thrombosed
Erythematous
Anorectal abscess (E)
Symptomatic
YesNo
disease (I)
transmitted
Antibiotics (J)
external
hemorrhoid (G)
>4 days <4 days
Incision and drainage (F)
Excision (L)
Excisional
thrombectomy (H)
Conservative
management (H)
Fig. 9.1 Algorithm for evaluation and management of anal mass
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should all be assessed. Evaluation of the sphincter complex may be performed by hav­ing the patient squeeze around a fully inserted nger. A gentle sweep above the anorectal ring is warranted for full characterization. Additionally, bi-digital rectal examination may provide benecial when assessing the tract of a stula-in-ano and potential sphinc­ter complex involvement. To conduct this maneuver, an inserted index nger pushes outward against the anal mucosa while simultaneously utilizing the thumb to push the anal verge in an inward direction. If at any time unbearable pain is generated, the examination should be aborted and the patient should be scheduled for an anorectal examination under anesthesia.
D. If the patient has tolerated the digital rectal
examination, further internal visualization should be conducted via anoscopy. A well lubricated anoscope is inserted into the anal canal. Circumferential evaluation of the canal should be conducted. This technique will help directly visualize the severity of internal hemorrhoid disease, mucosal abnor­malities, ulcerations, internal stulous open­ings, or internal lesions. If any concern for inammatory bowel disease or rectal involve­ment, sigmoidoscopy or formal colonoscopy may be warranted.
E. An anorectal abscess can form an erythema-
tous, painful, protuberant external anal mass. Abscess formation can occur in several dis­tinct anatomical locations; including the supralevator, ischiorectal, intersphincteric, and perianal spaces. The most prevalent site for abscess formation is in the perianal space. Anatomically, numerous anal glands and ducts empty into anal crypts at the dentate line. Luminal or glandular obstruction due to a multitude of etiologies, such as, foreign body, trauma, prior surgical intervention, or malignancies, can result in accumulation of static mucous products resulting in a nidus for infection. Common clinical manifesta­tions of a perianal abscess are pain, swelling, constitutional symptoms. Patients may report foul smelling, purulent drainage if the
abscess has spontaneously drained prior to evaluation. When evaluating a patient with these complaints, a thorough history is war­ranted with careful attention to those areas previously outlined in the beginning of the chapter. Physical examination should encom­pass a careful external examination noting extent of the erythema and the central loca­tion of the abscess. If the abscess has not rup­tured, palpation may elicit intense pain and uctuance. It is important to note, that deep ischiorectal, intersphincteric and supraleva­tor abscesses may not reveal external nd­ings. A digital rectal examination may be attempted assessing for additional areas of internal uctuance and/or presence of a stula-in-ano.
F. The management of perianal or supercial
ischiorectal abscesses is incision and drain­age. Often times these may be drained under local anesthetic in the ambulatory setting. Larger and more complex abscesses should be drained under anesthesia in the operating room. If amenable to bedside drainage, the area of maximal tenderness, uctuance or drainage should be identied. This region should then be circumferentially inltrated with local anesthetic. A cruciate incision should be conducted over the center of the lesion. The corners of the incision should be cut free by scalpel or scissor to ensure ade­quate drainage. If present, loculations should be disrupted with gentle, blunt dissection via clamp or forceps. Copious irrigation should be utilized to ensure all purulent material has been removed. The wound site may be tem­porarily packed. With adequate drainage, antibiotic coverage is not necessary in the otherwise healthy individual. The wound site should be evaluated in follow up to ensure no evidence of recurrence has occurred.
G. A thrombosed external hemorrhoid may also
present as an acute, painful external anal mass with associated hematoma. Hemorrhoids are normal anatomical cushions of vascular tissue located in the anal canal. Three main cushions exist in the left lateral, right anterolateral and right posterolateral regions of the anal canal.
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External hemorrhoids are located in the distal aspects of the anal canal, are covered by ano­derm, and have somatic innervation. Classically, external hemorrhoid thrombosis presents as acute perianal pain with a rm mass along the anal verge. A bluish/purple discoloration of the mass may be reported by the more curious patient. Physical examina­tion should be conducted in the prone jack­knife or left lateral decubitus positions. Visual inspection and digital rectal examination should be performed. With appropriate pain relief, anoscopy should be performed in order to exclude a strangulated, prolapsed internal hemorrhoid or a large, edematous, perianal skin tag associated with Crohn’s disease, as management would differ.
H. Treatment for a thrombosed external hemor-
rhoid is contingent upon timing of presenta­tion. The natural history of a thrombosed external hemorrhoid is severe, progressive pain until 48–72h. After this time frame, pain slowly improves with the start of thrombus resorption or rupture through the overlying necrotic skin. Therefore, if a patient presents within 4days of onset, excisional thrombec­tomy is warranted. In the ofce, the patient is placed in the prone jackknife position. A local anesthetic eld block is applied to region sur­rounding the thrombosed external hemor­rhoid. An elliptical incision is then conducted encompassing the necrotic skin overlying the thrombus. The thrombus should then be fully expressed or removed with forceps. Hemostasis should be obtained via direct pressure or other hemostatic agents like silver nitrate applicators. The skin edges are left open for adequate drainage. Oral analgesics and stool softeners may be necessary after excision. Sitz baths should be conducted at least three to four times per day, and after bowel movements. Simple incision and drain­age should be avoided in this situation, as it will be inadequate. If the patient presents out­side of the rst 4 days of symptoms, conser­vative therapy should be offered. This includes analgesia, stool softeners, Sitz baths as described above.
I. Several sexually transmitted diseases (STD)
may present as a painful, ulcerative internal and/or external anal mass. Typically, this infection occurs through the process of ano­receptive intercourse, although may be an extension of active genital/perineal disease. Damage received to the mucosal lining dur­ing anoreceptive intercourse allows for the transmission of pathogens. Patients with ulcerative STD’s may present with fever, chills, lethargy, general malaise, rectal/anal pain, pruritus, discharge, and tender lymph­adenopathy. When assessing these com­plaints, it is pertinent to obtain a very detailed sexual history as outlined earlier in the chap­ter. On physical examination, a thorough examination of the inguinal lymph nodes, genitalia, perineum and perianal region should be conducted with notation of lymph­adenopathy, lesions or ulcerations. Digital rectal examination, anoscopy and/or sig­moidoscopy should be performed to evaluate the internal mucosa of the anal canal and the rectum for signs of proctitis.
J. Common organisms and viral infections pre-
cipitating the development of ulcerative lesions include: Lymphogranuloma vene­reum strains of Chlamydia trachomatis, Hemophilus ducreyi, Treponema pallidum and herpes simplex virus. Often these organ­isms may be difcult to identify with routine culture. Diagnosis is typically generated by detailed history, physical examination and exclusion of other infections. In the case of Syphilis, caused by Treponema pallidum, diagnosis is made via either dark-eld microscopy or a series of serologic testing including rapid plasma regain, Venereal Disease Research Laboratory, and the uo­rescent treponemal antibody absorption test. Antibiotic therapy is the mainstay of treat­ment for these ulcerative STD’s. Unfortunately, herpes simplex virus may cause recurrent outbreaks due to latency of the virus. Treatment is based on symptomatic relief during an outbreak, oral antiviral ther­apy, and suppressive therapy targeted at recurrence.
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K. Hypertrophied anal papillae may present as a
mucosal appearing external anal mass. Often, development may be associated with a chronic anal ssure; however, idiopathic enlargement may occur as well. Clinically, patients may report a precipitating acute anal ssure occurring several weeks prior. Inability to heal this ssure may result in a chronic state. This continued inammation and irritation may lead to hypertrophy and prolapse of the adjacent internal anal papil­lae. Additional complaints of poor perianal hygiene, pruritus, and mucous discharge may be noted. On physical examination, careful retraction of the buttocks will reveal a bulg­ing mucosal mass. An anal skin tag, often referred to as a sentinel pile, may also be present externally. The presence or absence of a chronic anal ssure should be noted. Digital rectal examination and anoscopy may be attempted in the setting of a chronic s­sure, but should be performed judiciously in the ofce if an acute anal ssure is present. If idiopathic hypertrophy, a biopsy may be war­ranted if irregularities are identied.
L. Conservative therapy is the mainstay of treat-
ment for benign hypertrophied anal papillae. If associated with a chronic anal ssure, treatment should also address the underlying ssure. Simple mucosal excision may be warranted if proving symptomatic or if suspi­cious for malignancy.
M. Full thickness or mucosal rectal prolapse
may also generate a painless, bulging, muco­sal anal mass. Careful assessment of bowel habits, constipation, incontinence, frequency of prolapse, and obstetrical history in women should be obtained. Several anatomic factors may cause full thickness rectal prolapse including redundancy of the rectum and weakness of the pelvic oor musculature. Presenting complaints typically revolve around a protruding, painless mass. Other associated features may include rectal full­ness, sensation of pressure, incontinence, excessive straining, and feelings of incom­plete defecation. On physical examination, the rectum may already be prolapsed. If not,
the patient may be placed on a toilet and made to strain as if having a bowel move­ment. This should generate prolapse. Full thickness rectal prolapse is identied by con­centric folds of tissue and redundancy to the rectal wall. Rectal mucosal prolapse has a more radial appearance to the tissue folds. Once the prolapsed is reduced, digital rectal examination should be performed to assess rectal tone and sphincter strength. In rare instances, neoplasia can be the cause for pro­lapse. Endoscopic evaluation may be war­ranted to evaluate the rectum and distal colon. Any suspicious lesions should be biopsied to rule out malignancy.
N. Operative treatment for full thickness rectal
prolapse depends on overall surgical risk. For low risk individuals, a transabdominal recto­pexy with or without resection of the sigmoid is preferred. A high risk patient might be bet­ter served by a perineal proctosigmoidec­tomy or mucosal proctectomy.
O. Prolapsed internal hemorrhoids may present as
a mucosal appearing external anal mass. Internal hemorrhoids are located proximal to the dentate line, covered by columnar epithe­lium, and have visceral innervation. Development of internal hemorrhoids is caused by venous outow obstruction. This progresses to congestion, swelling and prolapse of the effected vascular cushion. Common symptoms include hematochezia with defecation, mucous discharge, sensation of inadequate rectal emp­tying, and inability to maintain perianal hygiene. Please refer to section on thrombosed external hemorrhoid for specic physical examination strategies and ndings.
P. Common treatment options for internal hem-
orrhoids depend on the severity of disease. Grade 1 (no prolapse) and Grade 2 (sponta­neously reducing) may benet from conser­vative medical management and/or rubber band ligation, sclerotherapy, or infrared coagulation. It is acceptable for less advanced Grade 3 (manually reducible) internal hem­orrhoids to undergo conservative manage­ment illustrated above. However, more advanced Grade 3 and Grade 4 (irreducible)
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internal hemorrhoids should undergo exci­sional hemorrhoidectomy.
Q. Human papilloma virus has been identied
to cause the development of exophytic peri­anal and anal condyloma acuminata. Roughly 40 subtypes have been shown to play a causative role in anogenital infection. Of these, HPV types 6, 11 are the most common subtypes to generate benign anogenital warts. Types 16, 18, 31, 33, and 35 can generate exophytic anogenital lesions, but also confer a greater risk of dysplasia and carcinoma. Transmission occurs via sexual intercourse with a partner manifesting active disease, subclinical, or asymptomatic infection. Development of anal warts can occur in the absence of anoreceptive intercourse. Bleeding and pruritus may be associated complaints. Their appearance typically resembles pink, “cauliower-like” exophytic lesions. Diagnosis is based on clinical evalu­ation. A thorough internal examination via anoscopy is crucial to identify additional lesions in the anal canal.
R. Treatment consists of destruction of the
lesions. Common techniques for mild disease include topical applications with imiquimod or podophyllin, excision, or fulguration with electrocauterization, or laser therapy. Minor disease may be eradicated in the ofce set­ting under local anesthetic. More extensive disease is best dealt with in the operating room under intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. Regardless of the method for obliteration, continued surveillance is crucial as recurrent lesions and development of anal intraepithelial dysplasia may occur.
S. A draining external anal mass may result from
development of a stula-in-ano. A preceding anorectal abscess can result in the epitheliali­zation of an aberrant tract with extension to the anus or rectum. Fistula-in- ano often mani­fest with an internal opening present in the anal canal or rectum, as well as an external opening on the perineum. There are several different classications of stula- in- ano including; intersphincteric, trans- sphincteric, suprasphincteric, and extrasphincteric. The
specic details of each type of stula-in-ano will not be discussed in this chapter. Common clinical manifestations include spontaneous drainage, pain with defecation, bleeding, and perineal pressure. Identication of the exter­nal opening(s) on physical examination may be evidenced by the presence of purulent drainage, uctuance or granulation tissue. Digital rectal examination should evaluate for the presence of an internal opening. Positive ndings include a raised, nodular region or a small depression along the normal mucosa. However, identication of the internal open­ing may be difcult. Goodsall’s rule may pro­vide a useful predictor for the expected location of the internal opening. While exam­ining the perineum, a transverse line through the center of the anus marks the posterior and anterior perineum. Posterior to this line, the stula tract typically travels curvilinear, with the internal opening located in the posterior midline. Anterior to this line, the tract typi­cally travels in a linear fashion, entering at the closest anal crypt. Temptation to probe the s­tula tract should be avoided in the ofce set­ting. Imaging modalities, such as, stulography, anorectal ultrasonography, or MRI, have been described and should be restricted to more complex or recurrent disease.
T. The goal of treatment is to identify and suc-
cessfully remove the stula tract, while cir­cumventing damage to the sphincter complex. Based on the location of the stula, different surgical treatment options exist. The lay-open stulotomy technique has been described for the treatment of low trans­sphincteric or uncomplicated intersphinc­teric stulas. For complex stulas denoted by potential involvement of the sphincter com­plex, recurrent disease, IBD or an anterior location in a female patient, the placement of a seton or endorectal advancement ap may be recommended.
U. Although relatively uncommon, anal cancer
can present as a painless, ulcerative anal or perianal mass. These represent roughly only
2.6% of all digestive system malignancies.
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Brief review of the anal canal and anal mar­gin will be imperative in understanding the embryological origin of malignancies that arise in this region. Proximally, the rectum transitions to the surgical anal canal at the anorectal ring. This ring denotes the most superior aspect of the sphincter complex. The canal extends past the dentate line for 1–2cm until it reaches the distal border at the inter­sphincteric groove. From this point distally, the anal margin extends roughly 5cm in a circular fashion encompassing the perianal skin. At the proximal border, the mucosa is comprised of columnar epithelium. At the level of the dentate line, a transitional zone of epithelium develops. Columnar epithelium begins to transition to squamous epithelium, which then constitutes the distal aspect of the anal canal and margin. Although full descrip­tion and treatment of the numerous anal malignancies will not be covered in this chapter, they will be listed based on location. Malignancies arising in the anal canal are typically squamous cell, adenocarcinoma, melanoma, or sarcoma. Those of the anal margin consist of squamous cell, basal cell, verrucous, Kaposi’s sarcoma, and lym­phoma. Often patients will present with symptoms of bleeding, anal pain, pressure, presence of ulceration or a bulging external mass. When evaluating these complaints, a detailed history is warranted. A full review may be found in the beginning of the chapter, but particular attention should be paid to growth in size of the lesion, episodes of incontinence, HPV status, anoreceptive inter­course, immunodeciency disorders, and smoking status. Physical examination should include external visual inspection with docu­mentation of vertical and horizontal diame­ters of the lesion, location, extension into the anal canal, irregularity, pigmentation, rm-
ness, presence of ulceration. Digital rectal examination and anoscopy should be con­ducted circumferentially to evaluate for the presence of internal lesions. If identied additional information regarding mobility of the lesion should be noted. Careful assess­ment of sphincter involvement should be documented.
V. All suspicious lesions should be biopsied.
This may be conducted in the prone jack­knife position. Local anesthetic should be applied surrounding the area for biopsy. The area should be biopsied at the junction of lesion and normal appearing tissue. The specimen should be sent for prompt histo­pathological analysis. Additional use of imaging modalities may be warranted to fur­ther characterize the lesion. Endoanal/ endorectal ultrasonography, computed tomography, and pelvic magnetic resonance imaging will provide valuable insight into extent of the malignancy, sphincter involve­ment, lymphatic involvement, depth of inva­sion, and potential metastatic spread. Please refer to the section covering anal carcinoma for further treatment details.

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Part II
Anal Conditions

Anal Conditions: Anal Fissure/ Recurrent Anal Fissure

AlexandraElias andRonG.Landmann
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Refer to Algorithm in Fig.10.1
A. An anal ssure has a pathognomonic presen-
tation, characterized by pain during defeca­tion (passing glass, knives, razor blades, hot pokers, or barbed wire), post-defecatory pain (spasms or clenching lasting 20min to 3h), fear of defecation, and rectal bleeding (streaks of blood or drops on toilet paper).
B. Because of the pathognomonic presentation
of an anal ssure, a thorough history focus­ing on symptoms, dietary habits (i.e. ber content, ber supplementation, and hydra­tion), and details of defecation (e.g. presence of constipation or diarrhea, avoidance of def­ecation, caliber of bowel movements) is the most important tool for diagnosis. A conr­matory non-invasive physical examination should be performed to exclude other diag­noses. Perform gentle gluteal spread with mild anal canal effacement, and visually inspect for sentinel tag and/or break in ano-
A. Elias Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
R. G. Landmann (*) Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgical Oncology, Baptist-MD Anderson Cancer Center, Jacksonville, FL, USA e-mail: Landmann.Ron@mayo.edu
derm revealing internal anal sphincter mus­cle bers, being sure to note the location to determine whether the ssure is typical or atypical (Fig.10.2). A typical ssure will be located in the midline, usually posteriorly (90%, but can also be located anteriorly), and will have sharply demarcated edges. An atyp­ical ssure will be located laterally and may be painless, deep, and/or wet-appearing with weeping edges. Pruritus ani, which presents as very supercial excoriated ssures, should also be excluded.
C. Laboratory evaluation is not indicated for typ-
ical anal ssures. For atypical anal ssures, biopsy or culture may be indicated to evaluate for an alternative suspected disease process (e.g. sexually transmitted infection (STI), Crohn’s disease, or cancer). Please refer to chapter 23 for additional information
D. Endoscopic evaluation is not indicated solely
for typical acute anal ssures. For refractory disease, careful internal examination with anoscopy and/or exible sigmoidoscopy is warranted to exclude other pathology. In the setting of chronic diarrhea or bloody bowel movements, colonoscopic evaluation for colitides should be considered. Patients who require endoscopy for routine colorectal can­cer screening or surveillance guidance— apart from the ssure—should undergo colonoscopic evaluation as indicated.
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Fig. 10.1 Algorithm for anal ssure and recurrent anal ssure
Posterior
T: Typical Fissure
A: Atypical Fissure:
Anterior
Fig. 10.2 Fissure type by location
E. An acute ssure is dened as a ssure that has
been present for less than 6weeks. They typi­cally appear as supercial tears and lack the rolled edges, visible internal sphincter bers and associated papillae and tags demonstrated with chronicity. The majority of acute typical anal ssures will respond to conservative man-
Crohn’s disease Tuberculosis Sexually transmitted infections (e.g. HIV, Herpes, Syphilis) Leukemia Anal/low rectal neoplasm Severe pruritus ani Intersphincteric abscess Drugs (i.e. Nicorandil)
agement, which should be utilized as rst line therapy (refer to section L in algorithm).
F. A chronic anal ssure is dened as a ssure
that has been present for longer than 6weeks. A 2012 Cochrane review demonstrated only one-third of patients with chronic ssures healed without medical or surgical interven-
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tion. Medical therapy was effective for nearly half of patients; however, late recurrences were common (50%). Surgery may be neces­sary for chronic ssures refractory to medical therapies (refer to section M in algorithm).
G. Trauma from large, hard stool or anal pene-
tration may lead to the onset of a ssure. The anorectal angle puts the posterior midline anoderm under the highest tensile stress, which may explain the frequency of ssuring in this location.
H. Manometry has revealed elevated internal
sphincter pressures in patients with ssures. While some experts believe sphincter hyper­tonicity contributes to the formation of a s­sure by aggravating the pre-existing relative ischemia, others argue sphincter hypertonic­ity is triggered in response to a ssure. Both topical and injectable medical therapies tar­get sphincter hypertonicity and local tissue blood ow and perfusion (refer to sections K and L in algorithm).
Fig. 10.3 Treatment scheme
Fiber in diet Fiber supplement Hydration
Dietary and Conservative Management
I. Arteriography and laser Doppler owmetry
have demonstrated relative ischemia of the posterior midline anal canal.
J. The goals of treatment are to resolve pain,
heal the ssure, maintain continence, and min­imize recurrence. A 2012 Cochrane Review recommended conservative management with long-term dietary modications as rst line therapy. Ideally, the patient should have soft, well-formed, easily passable bowel move­ments. To this end, we recommend a high ber diet (i.e. fresh fruit, vegetables, bran, whole grains) with additional ber supplements (e.g. psyllium, Metamucil®, Konsyl, Beneber®) and adequate hydration (i.e. 8–10 glasses of water daily with avoidance of caffeine and alcohol.). A goal of 20–30g of soluble ber is recommended. Stool softeners may be used short-term during the acute convalescence. Please refer to our treatment scheme (Fig. 10.3) and summary of treatment com­parison trials (Table10.1).
Control Constipation/Diarrhea
Endoscopy for suspected colitis
Reduce Sphincter Tone/Spasms
Sitz baths
Topical Drugs
Nitroglycerin/Rectiv Nifedipine Diltiazem (preferred)
Refractory
Botox Chemical Sphincterotomy
Surgery
Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy Advancement flap