Purpose Fistulotomy is considered to be the golden standard for the treatment of low
perianal fistula but might have more influence on continence status than believed. This study …

Perianal fistula (PF) is the common diseases required surgical intervention in perianal
region. The majority of PF can be easily treated with fistulotomy. However, the seton …

Aim: To analyze the results of treating fistula-in-ano using a preliminary Seton followed by
fistulectomy and sphincter repair 2-4 months later. Method: This is a retrospective study of 56 …

Perianal fistula is a common and problematic condition that results in perianal pain,
recurrent infection, anal discharge and overall reduced quality of life. Low perianal fistula …

Background: Perianal fistula is a tract lined by infected granulation tissue that connects anal
canal or rectum to the skin around anus. Its wall is made of inflammatory granulation as well …

Background: Complex anal fistula is a topic of debate from ancient times due to its difficult
treatment and its effect on patients quality of life. The most complex anal fistula is the …

Introduction The ideal method of treating the complex anal fistula is to eradicate the sepsis
and preserve the anal sphincter; since there is no definite consensus on the surgical method …

Background Currently, there is no agreement on the best treatment for complex anal fistulas
with the least recurrence and lowest complication rate. The aim of this study was to evaluate …

Several surgical options exist for management of fistula in ano. The goal of treatment is to
achieve closure of the fistula while maintaining continence. Sphincter-sparing operations to …

Background High perianal fistula treatment remains challenging, mainly due to the variability
in success and recurrence rates as well as continence impairment risks. So far, no …