Anorectal Abscess

Management of abscesses in the anorectal region.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)

Last reviewed: 21 October 2025

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Clinical Guidelines

European Society of Coloproctology: Guidelines for diagnosis and management of perianal abscess and cryptoglandular anal fistula (2023)

Anorectal emergencies: WSES-AAST guidelines

European Society of Coloproctology: Guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of perianal abscess and fistula-in-ano in adults

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Anorectal Abscess, Fistula-in-Ano, and Rectovaginal Fistula (2022)