Botox vs. scalpel: which heals anal fissures better?
NCT ID NCT07568314
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study compares two treatments for chronic anal fissure, a painful condition. One group gets Botox injections to relax the muscle; the other has a minor surgery called lateral internal sphincterotomy. Researchers will track healing, pain, and side effects in 90 adults over 3 months to see which option works best.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Botulinum toxin type A (Botox) injection
- What this could lead to
- If this trial shows Botox works as well as surgery, patients may have a less invasive option for chronic anal fissure relief.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-center study. Botox effects are temporary, and surgery carries risks like incontinence. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Islamabad Medical and Dental College
Islamabad, Federal, 44000, Pakistan
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