New minimally invasive surgery aims to heal stubborn anal fistulas with less pain
NCT ID NCT06484660
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This trial tests a less invasive surgical technique for complex perianal fistula, a painful condition. The new approach uses lower power and causes less tissue damage. Researchers will compare healing rates, pain, and quality of life in 40 adults over six months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- minimally invasive mucosal advancement flap procedure
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a more effective, less painful surgical option for complex perianal fistula, potentially improving healing rates and quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants. The new technique may not prove better than standard surgery, and risks like infection or incontinence remain.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospital Son Llatzer
RECRUITINGPalma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, 07198, Spain