Purpose The aim of the present study was to analyse current surgical treatment preferences
for anal fistula (AF) and its subtypes and nationwide results in terms of success and …

Objectives To review our experience with patients treated for anal fistula secondary to
cryptoglandular disease and to determine factors that influence postoperative outcome …

Background Management of anal fistula (AF) remains challenging with many controversies.
The purpose of this study was to explore current surgical practice in the management of AF …

BACKGROUND: There are various surgical techniques used treat anal fistulas. The
adoption and success rates of newer techniques have not been clearly established …

This retrospective observational study analyses the outcomes of patients undergoing
surgery for anal fistula at a single centre in order to assess recurrence and re-operation …

Introduction Surgery is the mainstay of treatment of anal fistulas. Low fistulas are often laid
open, but higher fistulas present a more difficult problem. Patient choice centres on a …

BACKGROUND: Fistulotomy with immediate sphincteroplasty is a technique that can heal
fistulas and decrease fecal incontinence more effectively than fistulotomy alone, in selected …

Aim Anal fistula is a common proctological problem to both patient and physician throughout
surgical history. Several surgical and sphincter-sparing approaches have been described …

Objective We evaluated the efficacy of fistulectomy compared to fistulotomy, and which
procedure was the best procedure for patients with low anal fistula. Methods The literature …

Anal fistula is a common anorectal disease, with an annual prevalence of 8.6–10 cases per
10 000 population [1]. Anal fistulas can be classified as 'simple'or 'complex'based on their …