Simplified placement and management of cutting setons in the treatment of transsphincteric anal fistula: technical note

Int J Colorectal Dis. 2004 Jul;19(4):354-6; discussion 357-8. doi: 10.1007/s00384-003-0566-0. Epub 2004 Feb 4.

Abstract

Background: We report one safe and standardized technique of seton placement and management.

Conclusions: A simplified way to manage cutting setons helps to minimize manipulation and may reduce pain. In most patients our technique can be used with no additional anesthesia and in an outpatient setting.

MeSH terms

  • Anal Canal / surgery
  • Humans
  • Muscle, Smooth / surgery
  • Rectal Fistula / surgery*
  • Suture Techniques*
  • Sutures