CompletedNot Applicable

Two Approaches to Lower the Chances of Recurrence of Anal Fistula After Surgery

Pakistan80 participantsStarted 2022-11-01

Plain-language summary

A total of 80 patients with complex fistula in ano of both genders were included. All patients in Group A underwent a loose seton technique. In group B, video-assisted fistula tract surgery (VAAFTS) was performed.Twice daily Sitz baths, analgesics, and stool bulking agents (bran) were used in follow-up care. Repeated examinations were carried out every four weeks and recurrence was noted at the end of three months

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 70 Years

SexALL

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1. Inclusion Criteria: * complex fistula in ano (as per operational definition) * with a duration of disease \>1 month, * either gender * history of previous surgery for fistula in ano 2. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant females * bleeding disorder * history of pulmonary or systemic tuberculosis

What they're measuring

recurrence

Timeframe: one year

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06380036

SponsorSairah Sadaf

Sponsor typeOTHER_GOV

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-10-31

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