What question did this study set out to answer?

To compare the effectiveness and safety of open fistulotomy and LIFT for treating uncomplicated perianal fistulas.

April 10, 2026Annals of African Medicine

A Study between Open Fistulotomy and Ligation of Intersphincteric Fistula Tract for Uncomplicated Perianal Fistula

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To compare the effectiveness and safety of open fistulotomy and LIFT for treating uncomplicated perianal fistulas.
Compared outcomes of open fistulotomy and ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT) procedures.
Evaluated postoperative recovery time and pain levels.
Assessed rates of fecal incontinence after procedures.
LIFT showed faster recovery compared to open fistulotomy.
LIFT resulted in reduced postoperative pain levels.
LIFT carried a minimal risk of fecal incontinence compared to open fistulotomy.

Implication

A comparison of intervention outcomes for uncomplicated perianal fistula reveals benefits for LIFT.

Abstract

LIFT is a safe and effective sphincter-saving alternative to open fistulotomy for uncomplicated low trans-sphincteric perianal fistulas, offering faster recovery, reduced postoperative pain, and minimal risk of fecal incontinence.

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Reddy et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d895206c1944d70ce06172 https://doi.org/10.4103/aam.aam_840_25

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Implication

A comparison of intervention outcomes for uncomplicated perianal fistula reveals benefits for LIFT.

A Study between Open Fistulotomy and Ligation of Intersphincteric Fistula Tract for Uncomplicated Perianal Fistula

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Cite This Study

A Study between Open Fistulotomy and Ligation of Intersphincteric Fistula Tract for Uncomplicated Perianal Fistula

Key Points

Implication

Abstract

Discussion

Cite This Study

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