Which of the following clients would be at greatest risk for the development of an anorectal fistula?
A) A 50-year-old male with diverticulosis
B) A 35-year-old female with Crohn's disease
C) A 42-year-old female with irritable bowel syndrome
D) A 60-year-old male with polyps of the colon

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Anorectal fistulas are often associated with inflammatory bowel disease, particularly Crohn's disease. Therefore, the 35-year-old female with Crohn's disease would be at the greatest risk for developing an anorectal fistula. Age or gender is not significant in the development of anorectal fistula. Neither diverticulosis nor irritable bowel syndrome has been strongly linked to the development of anorectal fistulas.

Which of the Following Clients Would Be at Greatest Risk