What is Fistula?
An anal fistula is a small channel that can develop between the end of the bowel and the skin near the anus.
Causes of Fistula
Most fistulas result from an anal abscess. Small number of fistulas may less frequently be caused by other processes such as Crohn’s disease, sexually transmitted diseases, trauma. tuberculosis. cancer, or diverticulitis.
Signs and Symptoms of anal fistulas
- Pain, which is usually constant, throbbing and worse when sitting down
- . Constipation or pain associated with bowel movements
- Skin irritation around the anus. including swelling, redness and tenderness
- Discharge of pus or blood
- Fever
Laser Surgery for fistula
- A modern Laser treatment recommended for piles. anal fissures, anal fistula and pilonidal cyst. which keeps our patient happy with less post-operative pain as compared to other procedures.
- No cuts or open wounds
- Less painful
- Healing is excellent as there are no cuts or stitches
- No sense of urgency (need to rush to the toilet) after the procedure
- No risk of rectal stenosis
- Patient can return to normal activities within a shorter space of time.
- Minimize chances of prolapse
- More Effective V/S conventional method
- Superior operator control
- Less post-operative discomfort to patient
- Faster recovery