Anal fistula surgery pictures

These are the remainder of intersphincteric and trans-sphincteric fistulae, and also suprasphincteric and extrasphincteric fistulae 4 Figure 3. Complications of surgery include incontinence with its associated severe social disability; therefore, fistulae should be assessed and treated by a specialist. Are there any alternatives to surgery? Health Home Conditions and Diseases. In a fistulotomy the surgeon first probes to find the fistula's internal opening. Related Topics Stomach and Gut.

But this procedure may not be successful all the time and hence not preferred by many surgeons. Fistulotomy is the most effective surgery for treating anal fistula and the success rate is high. Table of Contents.