Which fistula surgery is best?
A fistulotomy is the most effective treatment for many anal fistulas, although it’s usually only suitable for fistulas that do not pass through much of the sphincter muscles, as the risk of incontinence is lowest in these cases.
Which doctor is good for fistula?
A Proctologist is a specialist who deals with anorectal conditions like fistula, piles, fissure etc. These conditions are otherwise treated by general surgeons, the doctors who normally treat conditions like appendicitis, hernias, gall-bladder stones etc.
Is there laser treatment for fistula?
Conclusions: Laser closure is a safe and effective treatment for transphinteric anal fistula. The fistula length is the only significant prognostic factor when closing anal fistulas exclusively with laser: shorter fistulas have a better outcome.
How painful is a fistulotomy?
Most people have very little pain after several days. But it usually takes several weeks for the area to completely heal. After the area heals, the fistula will be gone. You will probably be able to return to work or your normal routine in 1 to 2 weeks.
What is the Fistula Foundation?
The Foundation is dedicated to treating obstetric fistula by covering the full cost of fistula repair surgery for poor women who would otherwise not be able to access treatment.
Is there a fistula surgery hospital in Eldoret?
“Fistula surgery hospital opens in Eldoret”. Archived from the original on 2021-12-21 – via YouTube. ^ Mabeya, Hillary (May 22, 2018). “Changing the Way Obstetric Fistula is Treated in Kenya”. US News and World Report. Archived from the original on 2018-05-22. ^ “Erasing the pain and taboo of this female injury”. PBS NewsHour. 2017-12-27.
What does a fistula surgeon do?
They also provide fistula surgeon training, equipment and facility upgrades that make fistula treatment as safe as possible, post-surgery counseling and support for healed patients.
What is Pili’s fistula and how can you help?
Gifts MATCHED up to $250,000, until September 30! Pili suffers needlessly with obstetric fistula, a devastating childbirth injury caused by obstructed labor. It has left her incontinent and shunned by her community. Surgery is her only hope. Learn More What is Fistula?
