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Fissure in Ano (Anal Fissure)

A painful linear tear at the margin of the anus. It appears as a crack or slit in the mucous membrane of the anus and is very painful and difficult to heal.
Also Known As:
Anal Fissure; Anal Ulcers; Fissure, Anal; Ulcer, Anal; Ulcers, Anal; Anal Ulcer
Networked: 823 relevant articles (162 outcomes, 209 trials/studies)

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Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Pain (Aches)
2. Hemorrhage
3. Hemorrhoids
4. Headache (Headaches)
5. Fissure in Ano (Anal Fissure)

Experts

1. Brisinda, Giuseppe: 11 articles (03/2022 - 03/2003)
2. Maria, Giorgio: 9 articles (08/2014 - 03/2003)
3. Brisinda, G: 7 articles (06/2008 - 01/2000)
4. Maria, G: 7 articles (06/2008 - 01/2000)
5. Scholefield, J H: 7 articles (10/2005 - 03/2001)
6. Jones, Oliver M: 6 articles (09/2007 - 04/2002)
7. D'Orazio, Beatrice: 5 articles (11/2021 - 10/2020)
8. Di Vita, Gaetano: 5 articles (11/2021 - 06/2012)
9. Geraci, Girolamo: 5 articles (11/2021 - 10/2020)
10. Arroyo, Antonio: 5 articles (05/2018 - 09/2004)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Fissure in Ano:
1. Botulinum Toxins (Botulinum Toxin)IBA
2. Nitroglycerin (Dynamite)FDA LinkGeneric
3. Ointments (Pastes)IBA
4. Diltiazem (Cardizem)FDA LinkGeneric
5. Type A Botulinum Toxins (Botox)FDA Link
6. Nifedipine (Adalat)FDA LinkGeneric
7. Lidocaine (Xylocaine)FDA LinkGeneric
8. Isosorbide Dinitrate (Isordil)FDA LinkGeneric
9. NitratesIBA
10. Metronidazole (Metric)FDA LinkGeneric

Therapies and Procedures

1. Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
2. Sphincterotomy
3. Therapeutics
4. Physical Therapy Modalities (Physical Therapy Technique)
5. Conservative Treatment