Experiences by anorectal ultrasound (EUS) in Crohn's disease

Introduction: Crohn-s disease, involving the anorectal region, causes many complaints to the patient. Development of perirectal abscesses, laesion of the sphincter, pain and incontinence impair their quality of life. Material and method: In the last year 12 patients with anorectal Crohn's disease was examined by EUS. EUS examinations were made by B-K Medial Hawk 2102 EXL equipment using 6–10MHz multifrequency anorectal probe. Results: EUS was made for searching of activity signs in our patients. Our findings were: isolated periproctal fistula in 1, fistula with abscesses in 3, periproctal abscesses in 2 cases. E…