What is Anal Fistula?
An anal fistula is an abnormal tunnel or passage that develops between the anal canal and the skin around the anus. It usually occurs as a result of an infection near the anus that leads to an abscess (collection of pus). When the abscess drains, it may leave behind a small tunnel connecting the infected gland to the skin surface.
What Are The Causes Of Anal Fistula?
Anal fistula usually develops after an anal abscess. Other causes include:
- Infection of anal glands
- Previous anal abscess
- Crohn’s disease
- Tuberculosis
- Trauma or injury to the anal region
- Previous anorectal surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Sexually transmitted infections
What are the Symptoms & Signs of Anal Fistula?
- Persistent pain and swelling around the anus
- Pus or foul-smelling discharge from an opening near the anus
- Bleeding from the anal region
- Skin irritation around the anus
- Pain while sitting or passing stool
- Recurrent anal abscesses
- Fever in case of ongoing infection
How Is The Condition Diagnosed?
Anal fistula is diagnosed through a detailed clinical examination by the doctor. The external opening of the fistula is often visible around the anus. To determine the exact course of the fistula tract, additional investigations such as Anoscopy, MRI Fistulogram, Endoanal Ultrasound, or CT Scan may be recommended.
At Goyal Piles Laser Centre, advanced diagnostic techniques are used to accurately identify the fistula tract and provide the most effective laser treatment.
Laser Treatment Of Fistula
With the advancement in science and technology Fistula can be treated easily through laser. Laser surgery or laser therapy is a day care procedure that offer several advantages over traditional surgery.Now a days more and more patients are bow opting for laser treatment of Fistula.
Laser surgery is less invasive as compared to traditional surgery. Fistula is simply treated with laser energy in a precise and focused manner. The patient can be discharged after 24hrs . No need for general anaesthesia. Local or spinal anaesthesia is applicable for laser surgery.
Why Painless Laser Treatment?
If you are planning to undergo the fistula’s treatment. Then, it is necessary to consider the Best Hospital for Fistula. Goyal Piles laser centre is a renowned centre known for providing the best laser treatment for fistula. It is equipped with hi-tech features and modern facilities that enables hassle-free treatment. Also, the centre has the best fistula surgeon who is well-qualified and experienced in providing precise laser therapy.
15 min procedure
Patient discharge on same day / after 24 hours
Join duty within 48 hours
US FDA Approved
All Insurance Accepted
Difference between Normal Surgery and Laser Treatment
| Laser surgery | Normal surgery |
|---|---|
| Painless procedure | Painful procedure |
| Minimum or zero bleeding | Heavy blood loss |
| Day care procedure | 0 1-2 days bed rest required |
| Quick recovery | Takes time to recover |
| Minimum chance of recurrence | Chances of recurrence + |
More Treatments
Anal Fistula
Anal fistula is an uncommon condition is a communication or tunnel between the anal canal and the outer skin of the anal. It often drains pus.
Anal Fissure
An anal fissure (fissure in ano) is a small cut or tear in the skin or mucosal lining of anal passage or at the opening of anus. Fissure causes severe pain or
pilonidal-sinus
A pilonidal sinus is a small tunnel or pit in the skin near the tailbone at the top of the buttock cleft.
Piles
Haemorrhoids/Piles or Bawasir are the different names of the same problem. Piles are engorged blood vessels in Anal area. women.
