Anal fistula, with its complicated pathogenesis, has been considered as a clinical challenge
for centuries. The risk of frequent recurrence and incontinence constitutes a considerable …

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 …

It is over 10 years since the first ACPGBI Position Statement on the management of anal
fistula was published in 2007. This second edition is the result of scrutiny of the literature …

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 …

Anal fistula is a common benign condition that typically describes a miscommunication
between the anorectum and the perianal skin, which may present de novo, or develop after …

Anal fistula is a commonly encountered anal condition in the surgical practice. Despite being
a benign condition, anal fistula remains to represent a surgical challenge, particularly the …

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 …

Objective The anal fistula has been a common surgical ailment reported since the time of
Hippocrates but little systematic evidence exists on its management. We aimed to …

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

Anal fistulas are common anorectal conditions, and surgery is the primary treatment option.
In the last 20 years of literature, there exist a large number of surgical procedures, especially …