2004
DOI: 10.1590/s1516-31802004000400008
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Radiofrequency fistulotomy: a better alternative for treating low anal fistula

Abstract: In this era when the emphasis is on criteria like the minimization of hospital stay, reduction of postoperative pain, early resumption of work and low and comparable recurrence rates, there is a future for the procedure of radiofrequency fistulotomy.

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“…Fistula have been reported following external injury or probing abscess or low anal fistula. 5 These are classified into two groups according to whether internal opening is below or above the anorectal ring. Low level fistula open into the anal canal below the anorectal ring.…”
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“…Fistula have been reported following external injury or probing abscess or low anal fistula. 5 These are classified into two groups according to whether internal opening is below or above the anorectal ring. Low level fistula open into the anal canal below the anorectal ring.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…Multiple modalities of surgery advised for the treatment of perianal fistula. Among them Fistulotomy, fiistulotomy with advancement flap, fistulectomy, use of setons, use of fibrin glue, video-assisted technology and most recently radiofrequency surgery by using electrode probe [7]. Some authors recommended as the best treatment of peri-anal fistula is laying open of the entire tract, curetting out of the granulation tissue and leaving the wound to granulate [8].…”
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confidence: 99%