Introduction

Perianal Disease is an important surgical presentation which needs prompt review and treatment. This module aims to provide an overview of perianal disease including the anatomy, pathophysiology and management options.

• It requires 15 minutes preparation.

• It can be taught in 1 hour

Teaching approach

As with all modules, familiarise yourself with the NPMT principles.

session learning objectives:

• Identify the anatomy 

• Identify clinical presentation 

• Discuss differential diagnosis 

• Describe relevant investigations 

• Discuss management and follow up 

• Identify possibly complications

Tips & Tricks on running an effective session:

• Use diagrams when describing the anatomy and Salmon-Goodsall’s rule 

• Keep the lesson interactive by asking students to name different parts of the anatomy 

• When discussing the clinic presentation it would be helpful to use a case example 

• Important to stress early surgical review and intervention when reviewing a patent with anorectal disease

Download Resources:

• Curriculum pack