New surgical twist may speed healing of anal fistulas
NCT ID NCT07603635
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two surgical methods for treating a type of anal fistula called transsphincteric anal fistula. Forty adults were randomly assigned to receive either the standard LIFT procedure or a modified version that approaches the fistula from the side. Researchers measured how quickly the wound healed, pain levels, and whether the fistula came back during 12 weeks of follow-up.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If the modified approach works better, it could mean faster healing and less pain for people with anal fistulas.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The modified technique might not improve outcomes or could have unexpected risks.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kayseri City Training and Research Hospital
Kayseri, Kayseri, 38300, Turkey (Türkiye)
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