[HTML][HTML] A comparison of laser and fistulotomy techniques in the treatment of fistula-in-ano

H Tümer, GC Bulbuloglu - Cureus, 2023 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Background Anal fistulas are a common complication of perianal abscesses. The treatment
of anal fistulas is challenging, with persistent and high recurrence rates. The aim of this …

Emerging data on fistula laser closure (FiLaC) for the treatment of perianal fistulas; patient selection and outcomes

SO Adegbola, K Sahnan, P Tozer… - Clinical and …, 2021 - Taylor & Francis
Fistula laser closure (FiLaC) is a relatively new sphincter-sparing technique in fistula surgery
that was initially reported in 2011. It involves the radial dissipation of laser energy in the …

[HTML][HTML] Endofistula laser ablation of fistula-in-ano: a new minimally invasive technique for the treatment of fistula-in-ano

S Lalhruaizela - Annals of Coloproctology, 2022 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Purpose Many techniques are used to treat fistula-in-ano (FIA). The major problems
associated with conventional surgical techniques are postoperative complications like …

Permacol™ collagen paste injection for the treatment of complex anal fistula: 1-year follow-up

B Fabiani, C Menconi, J Martellucci, I Giani… - Techniques in …, 2017 - Springer
Background Optimal surgical treatment for anal fistula should result in healing of the fistula
track and preserve anal continence. The aim of this study was to evaluate Permacol™ …

Implementation of laser ablation of fistula tract (LAFT) for perianal fistulas: do the results warrant continued application of this technique?

J Stijns, YT Van Loon, S Clermonts… - Techniques in …, 2019 - Springer
Abstract Background Laser Ablation of Fistula Tract (LAFT) is a novel technique for the
treatment of perianal fistulas. Initial reports have shown moderate-to-good results. The aim …

Surgical laser therapy for cryptoglandular anal fistula: Protocol of a systematic review and meta-analysis

Z Mei, Z Zhang, Y Han, P Du, W Yang, Q Wang… - Plos one, 2023 - journals.plos.org
Introduction Anal fistula is the natural evolution of perianal abscess and one of the most
common perianal diseases for adults. For complex fistula, it is still very challenging for …

Video‐assisted anal fistula treatment for complex anal fistula: a long‐term follow‐up study

G Giarratano, M Shalaby, C Toscana… - Colorectal …, 2020 - Wiley Online Library
Aim This prospective study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of video‐assisted anal
fistula treatment (VAAFT) in complex fistula‐in‐ano (FIA). Method Consecutive patients …

Fibrin glue treatment of complex anal fistulas has low success rate

R Loungnarath, DW Dietz, MG Mutch… - Diseases of the colon …, 2004 - journals.lww.com
PURPOSE: Fibrin glue has been used to treat anal fistulas in an attempt to avoid more
radical surgical intervention. Reported success rates vary widely. The purpose of this study …

[PDF][PDF] The treatment of anal fistula: ACPGBI position statement.

JG Williams, PA Farrands, AB Williams… - Colorectal …, 2007 - researchgate.net
The Treatment of Anal Fistula: ACPGBI Position Statement Page 1 Position statement The
Treatment of Anal Fistula: ACPGBI Position Statement JG Williams (Chairman) New Cross …

Seton drainage and fibrin glue injection for complex anal fistulas

V De Parades, HS Far, I Etienney, JD Zeitoun… - Colorectal …, 2010 - Wiley Online Library
Objective The study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of fibrin glue in the treatment of complex
anal fistula. Method Thirty consecutive patients with a complex anal fistula underwent glue …