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ArticleCureus2025

Value of Endoanal Ultrasound in the Comprehensive Management of Crohn's Disease-Associated Anorectal Fistulas: A Case Report.

Alfredo S Abarca Magallon, Hector Norman Solares Sanchez, Gustavo Galicia Negrete, Oscar Coyoli Garcia, Agustín Castro Segovia

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Alfredo S Abarca MagallonDepartment of Coloproctology, Hospital Regional Licenciado Adolfo López Mateos, Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, MEX.
Hector Norman Solares SanchezDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, Hospital Regional Licenciado Adolfo López Mateos, Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, MEX.
Gustavo Galicia NegreteDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, Hospital Regional Licenciado Adolfo López Mateos, Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, MEX.
Oscar Coyoli GarciaDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, Hospital Regional Licenciado Adolfo López Mateos, Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, MEX.
Agustín Castro SegoviaDepartment of Surgery, Hospital Regional Licenciado Adolfo López Mateos, Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico City, MEX.

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Abstract

Crohn's disease frequently involves the perianal region, where complex anal fistulas represent a challenging manifestation due to high recurrence rates and the risk of sphincter injury, as well as fecal incontinence. We report the case of a woman with long-standing Crohn's disease, who developed a complex anal fistula in which endoanal ultrasound (EAUS) was essential for accurate anatomical characterization, assessment of sphincter involvement, and therapeutic planning. Following medical optimization and sphincter-sparing surgery, the patient achieved complete healing with preserved continence. This case highlights the value of EAUS as an effective, accessible, and cost-efficient imaging modality for the evaluation and follow-up of perianal Crohn's disease, supporting individualized management strategies in selected patients.

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crohn’s disease (cd)endoanal ultrasonographymagnetic resonance (mr)sphincteroplastytranssphincteric fistula

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