Syphilis in der Chirurgie – sicher erkennen, richtig behandeln

The incidence of syphilis has clearly increased in Germany in recent years. This infectious disease has many forms of manifestation and can imitate surgical diseases.

Comprehensive footage of experiences in a proctological center demonstrates these manifestations and explains the correct management.

The likelihood of confusion of syphilis with anal fissures, anogenital warts, proctitis and rectal cancer is high.

Surgeons can encounter syphilis, the “chameleon of medicine” and must know the differential diagnoses.