Timing is everything: new study looks at when to operate on anal fistulas
NCT ID NCT07482241
First seen Apr 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study will follow 90 adults with anal fistulas to see if the time between first symptoms and surgery affects healing. Participants are split into three groups based on how long they waited: 3 months or less, 3 to 6 months, or more than 6 months. Researchers will track healing, recurrence, complications, and quality of life for one year after surgery. The goal is to find the optimal timing for surgery to improve outcomes.
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors and patients decide the best time to have anal fistula surgery for better healing and fewer recurrences.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all patients or fistula types.
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