Background. In this prospective randomised study, the staged mucosal advancement flap is
compared with staged fibrin sealant application in the treatment of perianal fistulas …

Background In this study, we determined the long-term outcome of perianal fistulas treated
with mucosal advancement flap (MF) or fistulotomy (FT). Methods One hundred three …

Backgrounds and aim In recent decades, fibrin glue has appeared as an alternative
treatment for high perianal fistulas. Early results seemed promising, with high success rates …

BACKGROUND: The anal fistula plug was developed as an alternative treatment for
perianal fistulas. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to compare the anal fistula plug with the …

BACKGROUND: The long-term closure rate of high perianal fistulas after surgical treatment
remains disappointing. OBJECTIVE: The goal of this study was to improve the long-term …

PURPOSE: The treatment of intersphincteric and low transsphincteric fistula is well defined,
but controversy remains around the management of complex perianal fistula. This study was …

BACKGROUND: High transphincteric perianal fistula represents a technical challenge for
surgical management. We compared the effects of partial rectal wall advancement flap …

Background The role of a collagen plug for treating anal fistula is not well established. A
randomized prospective multicentre non-inferiority study of surgical treatment of trans …

Background High perianal fistulas require sphincter-preserving surgery because of the risk
of faecal incontinence. The ligation of the intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT) procedure …

Objective To assess the efficacy of a staged strategy for the treatment of complex perianal
fistula. Methods Between January 1999 and April 2003 all consecutive patients with …