Topical diltiazem ointment in the treatment of chronic anal fissure

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Abstract

Topical 2 per cent diltiazem ointment used as an agent for chemical sphincterotomy for chronic anal fissure offers significant healing rates but does not have a significant side-effect profile, which may aid compliance to treatment. Early recurrences are common but usually amenable to further chemical sphincterotomy.

Topics & Keywords

Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes Pelvic floor disorders treatments Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: British journal of surgery

Volume 88, Issue 4, pp. 553-556

DOI: 10.1046/j.1365-2168.2001.01736.x

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