Ischioretal/Perianal Abscess

What is Ischioretal/Perianal Abscess

A perianal abscess is an infection involving soft tissues in the region of the anal canal. An ischiorectal abscess is a more specific term used to describe a perianal abscess that results in the formation of pus between the
ire surgical drainage of the abscessed area.

Anaesthetic

This procedure will require an anaesthetic.

What are the risks of this specific procedure?

There are risks and complications with this procedure.
They include but are not limited to the following:

General risks:

• Infection can occur, requiring antibiotics and further treatment.
• Bleeding could occur and may require a return to the operating room. Bleeding is more common if you have been taking blood thinning drugs such as Warfarin, Asprin, Clopidogrel (Plavix or Iscover) or Dipyridamole (Persantin or Asasantin).
• Small areas of the lung can collapse, increasing the risk of chest infection. This may need antibiotics and physiotherapy.
• Increased risk in obese people of wound infection, chest infection, heart and lung complications, and thrombosis.
• Heart attack or stroke could occur due to the strain on the heart.
• Blood clot in the leg (DVT) causing pain and swelling. In rare cases, part of the clot may break off and go to the lungs.
• Death as a result of this procedure is possible.

Specific risks:

• Heavy bleeding may occur from the wound. This may require further surgery and rarely a blood transfusion.
• The abscess may recur or a fistula may develop. This may require further surgery.
• The wound can be thickened and red as healing occurs and may be painful.
• Further drainage may be necessary to open up other foci of infection.
• Increased risk in smokers of wound and chest infections, heart and lung complications and thrombosis.