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Autologous skin graft intersphincteric implantation in anal fistula treatment (ASGIIFT) – A novel surgical technique in the treatment of complex transsphincteric anal fistulas

Colorectal Disease, Volume 28, Issue 2, February 2026.
Abstract Aim This study aimed to evaluate whether implantation of an autologous skin graft in the intersphincteric space, as part of the ASGIIFT procedure, improves the primary healing of complex transsphincteric cryptoglandular anal fistulas. Methods A prospective observational IDEAL stage 2a study was conducted at a tertiary referral centre for ...
Damir Karlović, Dorian Kršul, Dora Fučkar Čupić, Marko Zelić   +3 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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Influence of the cotton and silastic seton on the distance of the anal sphincter cables after fistulotomy in rats

Journal of Coloproctology, 2020
Rationale: Fistulotomy is a procedure widely used in the treatment of anal fistulas but is associated with varying degrees of fecal incontinence that could be minimized by previous use of sedentum, and the material used may influence the outcome ...
Ana Laura Sanches Lima, Beatriz Schorro Gianini, Bruna Miranda Santana, Carlos Henrique Marques dos Santos, Doroty Mesquita Dourado, Juliano Seger Falcão, Lucas Bannwart, Sara Jéssica Falcão Câmara   +7 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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The Recurrence Rates of Fistulotomy and Sphincter Saving Fistulectomy

Haseki Tıp Bülteni, 2012
Aim: We aimed to determine the recurrence rate in the treatment of anal fistula and compare its rate between treatment procedures fistulotomy and fistulectomy. Methods: The cases were reviewed retrospectively. Forty four cases included the study. The
Tamer Karşıdağ,, Sefa Tüzün,, Ertuğrul Gazi Alkurt, Erdem Yılmaz   +3 more
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Volumetric Changes in Perianal Fistulizing Crohn's Disease Measured by Magnetic Resonance Is Feasible and Could Be a Potential Biomarker to Predict Clinical Outcomes

United European Gastroenterology Journal, Volume 13, Issue 7, Page 1217-1225, September 2025.
ABSTRACT Background and Aim Changes in 3D volumetry of perianal fistulas in patients with Crohn's disease (CD) measured by MRI could be an imaging biomarker of interest. The objective of the study was to determine the value of volumetric changes in CD perianal fistulas after medical treatment to predict outcomes.
Berta Caballol, Ingrid Ordás, Carolina Saavedra, Julia Saidman, Maria Carmen Masamunt, Marta Gallego, Rebeca Barastegui, Agnès Fernández‐Clotet, Alex Menys, Julian Panés, Elena Ricart, Jordi Rimola   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

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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A Case of Low Rectovaginal Fistula of Obstetric Origin: Treatment by Fistulotomy and Reconstitution or Advancement Flap?

Frontiers in Surgery, 2020
Many small low rectovaginal fistulas represent incompletely healed (third degree) perineal lacerations i. e., involving the sphincters. An individualized, systematic approach to these fistulas based on their size, location, and etiology provides a more ...
Elroy Patrick Weledji, Felix Adolphe Elong, Divine Enoru Eyongeta   +2 more
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Effect of Urgent ERCP on Clinical Outcomes in Acute Cholangitis With Concurrent Acute Gallstone Pancreatitis: A Propensity Score Matching Analysis

Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences, Volume 32, Issue 8, Page 591-601, August 2025.
Comoglu and colleagues investigated the impact of urgent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography in patients with acute cholangitis and concurrent acute gallstone pancreatitis, a population lacking specific guideline recommendations. Although intervention within 24 h showed a favorable trend in severe cases, it did not significantly improve ...
Mustafa Comoglu, Fatih Acehan, Enes Seyda Sahiner, Huseyin Camli, Zeki Mesut Yalin Kilic, Bulent Odemis, Ihsan Ates   +6 more
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Outcome of transanal advancement flap repair (TAFR) as salvage therapy after failed ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT)—A proposed algorithm after failed LIFT

Colorectal Disease, Volume 27, Issue 8, August 2025.
Abstract Aim To assess the outcomes of transanal advancement flap repair (TAFR) following failed ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT) treatment for cryptoglandular anal fistulas, with a focus on healing and functional results. Methods This retrospective observational cohort study included patients who underwent TAFR after a failed LIFT ...
E. Ergüder, C. Verkade, C. Ersak, J. Y. van Oostendorp, I. J. M. Han‐Geurts, D. K. Wasowicz, D. D. E. Zimmerman   +6 more
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