Anal injury and fissure-in-ano from sexual abuse in children
Ameh, E.A.
Annals of Tropical Paediatrics 21(3): 273-275
2001
ISSN/ISBN: 0272-4936 PMID: 11579868 DOI: 10.1080/02724930120077871Document Number: 235536
Ano-rectal injuries in children are generally uncommon, and those caused by sexual abuse are rarely reported in our environment. This is a report of two children aged 5 and 12 years who sustained anal injuries following anal sexual abuse. Both presented late with fissure-in-ano and were managed conservatively. Though fissure-in-ano is not uncommon in children, it might be necessary to exclude sexual abuse and undertake appropriate evaluation and treatment. The child must be protected from further abuse.