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Twice recurrent gallstone ileus: a case report

Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2012
Introduction Gallstone ileus is a rare cause of bowel obstruction and results from the passage of gallstones into the bowel. Case presentation We present the case of an 83-year-old Caucasian woman who had three episodes of gallstone ileus, each of which ...
Jones Rhys, Broman Daniel, Hawkins Richard, Corless David   +3 more
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A fully transanal endoscopic approach for large post‐anastomotic high rectovaginal fistulas: An IDEAL stage 1 technical note

Colorectal Disease, Volume 28, Issue 3, March 2026.
Abstract Background High rectovaginal fistulas (RVFs) remain a challenging condition, often requiring transabdominal surgery associated with significant morbidity, particularly in patients with hostile abdomens and multiple prior pelvic operations. Minimally invasive, video‐assisted and sphincter‐preserving alternatives have been described for mid and ...
Alfonso Lapergola, Federica Alicata, Paul Hag, Fatema Alhammadi, Pietro Riva, Elisa Reitano, Antonio D'Urso, Didier Mutter   +7 more
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Fistula Tract Laser Closure (FiLac) versus Standard Fistulectomy in the Treatment of Simple Perianal Fistula: A Prospective Interventional Study

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
Introduction: Perianal fistulas pose significant challenges due to their impact on patient Quality of Life (QoL) and their recurrent nature. Traditional treatments, such as standard fistulectomy, are effective but may lead to complications such as ...
Shreethi Sasidharan Pillai, D Balaji, Harshwanth Chandhar, G Tilak Ramu, K Shanmugapriya   +4 more
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Isolated anal tuberculosis presenting as an anal fistula in an immunocompetent child

JPGN Reports, Volume 7, Issue 1, Page 47-50, February 2026.
Abstract Extra‐pulmonary tuberculosis accounts for less than 15% of all tuberculosis cases, while intestinal tuberculosis accounts for less than 1% of extra‐pulmonary forms of the disease. Abdominal organ involvement is more common, but extension to the ano‐perineal region is extremely rare.
Mariam Lagrine, Rabiy Elqadiry, Houda Nassih, Aicha Bourrahouat, Imane Ait Sab   +4 more
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Successful Outcome of Uterocutaneous Fistula: A Case Report

Journal of Nepal Medical Association, 2021
Uterocutaneous fistula is a rare complication that occurs after cesarean section and other pelvic operations. Here we report a case of a 27 years woman presented to our department with a mass and pus-like discharge coming from her previous Pfannenstiel ...
Shilpi Mahto, Roshan Ghimire, Sarjan Kunwar, Rachana Saha   +3 more
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A Rare Case of Leiomyoma‐Associated Cutaneous Sinus Tract Secondary to an Infected Uterine Leiomyoma Without Prior Myomectomy

Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Background Leiomyoma‐associated cutaneous sinus tracts are exceptionally rare and typically associated with prior uterine surgeries, such as cesarean section or myomectomy. Fistula formation from an infected uterine leiomyoma involving the uterine parenchyma, without prior myomectomy, represents an uncommon clinical presentation.
Brahmana Askandar Tjokroprawiro, Khoirunnisa Novitasari, Renata Alya Ulhaq, Hanif Ardiansyah Sulistya, Teuku Mirza Iskandar, Karuna Sharma   +5 more
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Glucagon‐Like Peptide‐1 Receptor Agonists Are Associated With Improved Outcomes in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

GastroHep, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Background The co‐existence of diabetes and obesity in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) increases morbidity and mortality associated with IBD, yet it remains unclear how medications used to treat these metabolic disorders affect IBD course.
Michael Saadeh, Apoorva Krishna Chandar, Revital Gorodeski Baskin, Jeffry Katz, Fabio Cominelli, Emad Mansoor, Miguel Regueiro, Vu Quang Nguyen, Than Than Aye   +8 more
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Use of Anal Fistula Plug for Treatment of Fistula-in-ano: A Novel Technique?

Journal of Marine Medical Society
Background: Fistula-in-ano is a chronic phase of anorectal suppuration characterized by purulent discharge. The conventional gold standard fistulotomy opens the entire track to heal with secondary intention.
Amit Kumar Shah, R. Shankaran, Akshat Shah   +2 more
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Ksharasutra vs. fistulectomy for fistula in ano – A Randomized Controlled Trial in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India

MRIMS Journal of Health Sciences, 2018
Background: Anal fistula (plural fistulae), or fistula-in-ano, is a chronic abnormal communication between the epithelialized surface of the anal canal and (usually) the perianal skin.
K L Narasimha Rao, K M Lavanya, Samir Ranjan Nayak, P Ashrith   +3 more
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Prognostic Value of Serum Insulin‐Like Growth Factor‐1 in Patients With Anal Fistula Treated by Incision‐Thread‐Drawing Surgery

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, Volume 9, Issue 6, Page 1362-1368, November 2025.
IGF‐1 levels above 174.9 ng/mL were associated with better wound healing and lower postoperative inflammation. Higher IGF‐1 levels correlated with improved anal function at 7 and 14 days post‐surgery. ABSTRACT Background Anal fistula is a chronic condition characterized by an abnormal tract between the anal canal and perianal skin, often leading to ...
Zhijun Wu, Xuexue Yin, Jing Li
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