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Efficacy of Anal Fistula Plug vs. Fibrin Glue in Closure of Anorectal Fistulas
Diseases of the Colon & Rectum · 2006 · Vol. 49(3) · pp. 371–376
Eric K. Johnson✉Janette U. Gaw(Colon and Rectal Surgery Associates)David N. Armstrong(Colon and Rectal Surgery Associates)
Abstract
Closure of the primary opening of a fistula tract using a suturable biologic anal fistula plug is an effective method of treating anorectal fistulas. The method seems to be more reliable than fibrin glue closure. The greater efficacy of the fistula plug may be the result of the ability to suture the plug in the primary opening, therefore, closing the primary opening more effectively. Further prospective, long-term studies are warranted.
Anorectal Disease Treatments and OutcomesPelvic and Acetabular InjuriesHernia repair and managementMedicineFibrin glueAnal fistulaFistulaFistulotomySurgeryProspective cohort study
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BioprosthesisFemaleFollow-Up StudiesHumansMaleMiddle AgedProspective StudiesRectal FistulaRecurrenceTampons, SurgicalTissue AdhesivesFibrin Tissue AdhesiveTreatment Outcome
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Outcomes of Primary Repair of Anorectal and Rectovaginal Fistulas Using the Endorectal Advancement Flap
Diseases of the Colon & Rectum · 2002 · 377 citations
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