This book vividly discusses clinical and therapeutic aspects of anorectal lesions. It is aimed especially at the coloproctological or gastroenterological surgeon who faces an increasing number of specific treatment procedures. Leading European experts have contributed to this comprehensible monograph. The introductory chapters cover general aspects such as surgical anatomy, symptomatology, biopsies, and radiological examination methods. The book then describes the various and complex anorectal conditions, from epidemiology and differential diagnosis to surgical treatment and its complications. Exact guidelines are provided for assessing individual cases, and the surgical techniques are described in detail. Each chapter is accompanied by a detailed, current overview.