Anorectal Abscess

Management of abscesses in the anorectal region.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
SurgeryGastroenterology

Clinical Guidelines

European Society of Coloproctology: Guidelines for diagnosis and management of perianal abscess and cryptoglandular anal fistula (2023)
National
Anorectal emergencies: WSES-AAST guidelines
Local
European Society of Coloproctology: Guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of perianal abscess and fistula-in-ano in adults
Local
The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Anorectal Abscess, Fistula-in-Ano, and Rectovaginal Fistula (2022)
Local