A Prospective Evaluation of the Ligation of the Intersphincteric Tract Procedure for Complex Anal Fistula in Patients With Crohn's Disease

2013134 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Daniel Gingold · Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Zuri Murrell · Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Phillip Fleshner · Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Abstract

CD-associated anal fistulas may be treated with LIFT. This surgical procedure is a safe, outpatient procedure that minimizes both perianal wound creation and sphincter injury.

Topics & Keywords

Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes Pelvic floor disorders treatments Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Surgery

Volume 260, Issue 6, pp. 1057-1061

DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000000479

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