Journal article
Efficacy of Anal Fistula Plug in Closure of Crohn's Anorectal Fistulas
Abstract
PURPOSE: The efficacy of Surgisis anal fistula plug in closure of Crohn's anorectal fistula was studied.
METHODS: Patients with Crohn's anorectal fistulas were prospectively studied. Diagnosis was made by histologic, radiographic, or endoscopic criteria. Variables recorded were: number of fistula tracts (primary openings), presence of setons, and current antitumor necrosis factor therapy. Under general anesthesia and in prone jackknife …
Authors
O'Connor L; Champagne BJ; Ferguson MA; Orangio GR; Schertzer ME; Armstrong DN
Journal
Diseases of the Colon & Rectum, Vol. 49, No. 10, pp. 1569–1573
Publisher
Wolters Kluwer
Publication Date
10 2006
DOI
10.1007/s10350-006-0695-y
ISSN
0012-3706