Perianal and gluteal parasitic abscess of <i>Enterobius vermicularis</i>: case report and review of the literature

Perianal abscesses due to parasitic infections are rare, particularly those caused solely by E. vermicularis. Given the high prevalence in childhood infestations, parasitic abscesses should be considered in the differential diagnosis of perianal collections in pediatric patients, especially in the absence of peripheral inflammatory signs.