Comparing two surgical techniques for high anal fistula
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgical methods (IFOC and LIFT) for treating high anal fistulas—abnormal tunnels that form near the anus. The goal is to determine which approach works better and has fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with a high anal fistula (the fistula is located in the upper part of the anal canal)
- You do not have fecal incontinence (loss of bowel control) before surgery
- Your fistula is not caused by cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis), trauma, or radiation therapy
- You are willing to undergo surgery and participate in a clinical trial comparing two surgical techniques
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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