Two surgeries for high anal fistula: which works better?
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares two surgical techniques—TROPIS and coring-out fistulectomy—for treating high anal fistulas (a tunnel connecting the anal canal to the skin that goes through a lot of muscle). It aims to find which method helps heal better and is safer for you.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a high anal fistula (involving more than 1/3 of the sphincter muscle), either new or returning.
- Your fistula is not caused by cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's or ulcerative colitis), injury, or radiation treatment.
- You do not have a low anal fistula (milder form that stays near the anal opening).
- You do not have trouble controlling bowel movements (fecal incontinence) before surgery.
- You have not had an injury to the levator ani muscle (a key pelvic muscle) before.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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