Anterior sacral meningocoele presenting as a peri-anal abscess

Buxton, N.; Bassi, S.; Firth, J.; Buxton, N; Bassi, S; Firth, J

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Anterior sacral meningocoele presenting as a peri-anal abscess

Buxton, N.; Bassi, S.; Firth, J.

Journal of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 47(3): 582-584

2002

ISSN/ISBN: 0035-8835

PMID: 12109614

Document Number: 543048

Anterior sacral meningoceole is a rare occurrence and presentation as a perianal abscess has not been previously reported. The case is presented and the condition discussed. The potential risks of failing to establish the diagnosis, prior to surgery, are outlined.