The treatment of anal fissure is mainly surgical. There are complications to this treatment, including damage to the inner anal sphincter and the appearance of fecal incontinence. Anal dilators are devices that allow gradual enlargement of the anus. To date, the use of these dilators has been in cases of sphincter scarring after a surgical procedure that has caused emptying difficulties. Only recently has the use of anal dilators been tried as a treatment for acute anal fissure. The study is designated to examine whether healing of the fissure can be achieved by conservative treatment with anal extensions and obviating the need for surgical treatment.
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Timeframe: 4 weeks