Prophylactic Biliary Stenting After Stone Clearance Improves the Safety of Needle‐Knife Fistulotomy: A Propensity Score‐Matched Analysis [PDF]
JGH OpenObjectives Needle‐knife fistulotomy is an advanced technique for gaining biliary access in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). This study assesses the hypothesis of whether biliary stenting after needle‐knife fistulotomy could improve ...
Amir Sadeghi +3 more
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Efficacy and safety of modified dual knife fistulotomy in complex ERCP cases involving type 3 papilla [PDF]
Frontiers in SurgeryObjectivesCannulating protruding or pendulous type 3 papilla presents a higher level of difficulty in ERCP. Although pre-cutting papillotomy is a viable strategy, it is not without challenges.
Qinkai Li +4 more
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Platelet-rich fibrin matrix as treatment for complex anal fistulae: A 3-year experience at a tertiary centre. [PDF]
Colorectal DisAbstract Aim Treatment of complex anal fistulae remains a significant challenge for physicians and patients. A sphincter‐preserving technique with bioactive platelet‐rich fibrin matrix is one option. This three‐year study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of bioactive platelet‐rich fibrin matrix in treating complex anal fistulae. Method This retrospective
Lusilla Lopez A +4 more
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Risk factors for postoperative adverse outcomes in patients with high anal fistula undergoing modified TROPIS procedure combined with Parks’ fistulotomy with seton: a retrospective study [PDF]
Frontiers in MedicineBackgroundHigh anal fistula poses therapeutic challenges, with traditional fistulotomy associated with 20–50% recurrence and incontinence risk. This study evaluated adverse outcomes and risk factors in patients undergoing modified TROPIS combined with ...
Benfan Yin +3 more
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ERCP Performed Out-of-Working Hours Is Effective and Reliable for the Treatment of Acute Cholangitis. [PDF]
Gastroenterol Res PractBackground Acute cholangitis is a life‐threatening condition that requires prompt biliary drainage, typically achieved through endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). However, data on outcomes of procedures performed outside of regular working hours remain limited. This study evaluates the safety and efficacy of out‐of‐working‐hours ERCP
Kenarlı K +5 more
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Needs Analysis of Supportive Care for Postoperative Wound Rehabilitation in Anal Fistula Patients Based on the Kano Model [PDF]
Journal of Multidisciplinary HealthcareChunxia Zhou,1 Yao He,1 Peirong Yang,1 Jie Du,2 Chuanhua Yang,1 Xue Wang1 1Department of General Surgery, the Fourth West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu City, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Female Pelvic Medicine and ...
Zhou C +5 more
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Comparative Analysis of Fistulotomy and Fistulectomy in Managing Low Anal Fistulas [PDF]
Iranian Journal of Colorectal Research, 2023 Introduction- Infected anal crypts are the most prevalent cause of an anal fistula, a pathological relationship that exists between the anal canal and perianal skin. The present study aimed to compare fistulotomy and fistulectomy in the management of low
Mohammad Shahbaz +2 more
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Fistulotomy versus Fistulectomy for Fistula-in-Ano: A Randomized Prospective Study
The Surgery Journal, 2022 Background Fistula-in-ano is common surgical ailment yet challenging to treat. Current management remains majorly dependent on two conventional surgical options (fistulotomy and fistulectomy), surgeon's preference, and their experience ...
Srikantaiah Chandra Sekhariah Hiremath +1 more
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Management of Various Types of Fistula-in-ano by Medicated Seton (Ksharasutra) and Open Fistulotomy- A Comparative Study [PDF]
International Journal of Anatomy Radiology and Surgery, 2020 Introduction: Fistula-in-ano is treated by various modalities in modern era, but still today no single modality has proved to be complete cure for it.
Deepak Pankaj +7 more
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Access fistulotomy: technical tips for success
VideoGIE, 2021 Background and Aims: Biliary cannulation, although critical to procedural success in ERCP, can be difficult and, if unsuccessful, can lead to longer hospital stays, repeat procedures, and increased costs. Expertise in adjunct techniques, including access
John P. Magulick, MD +4 more
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