The purpose of this study is to determine whether anal fistula plug or endorectal advancement flap is more successful in the treatment of anal fistulas and compared both procedures with regards to cost.
A detailed analysis will be performed to determine independent predicting factors of recurrence and of higher costs.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
71
Surgical procedure for the treatment of anal fistula with an Anal Fistula Plug
Surgical procedure for the treatment of anal fistula by an Advancement Mucosa Flap
University Hospital Zurich
Zurich, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland
Anal fistula recurrence rate
Time frame: One year
Cost
In-hospital costs. Typically 1 to 3 days of hospitalization
Time frame: 3 days
Complication rate
Classified according to the Clavien-Dindo Classification of Surgical Complications.
Time frame: 3 days
Length of hospital stay
Typically 1 to 3 days of hospitalization.
Time frame: 3 days
Independent factors predicting fistula recurrence
Multivariate analysis of parameters derived from patient demographics and characteristics, surgical procedure, and perioperative management.
Time frame: One year
Independent factors predicting higher costs
Multivariate analysis of parameters derived from patient demographics and characteristics, surgical procedure, and perioperative management.
Time frame: One year
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.