Long-term Follow-up After Surgery for Simple and Complex Cryptoglandular Fistulas: Fecal Incontinence and Impact on Quality of Life

CONCLUSION: Surgical fistulotomy is the strongest risk factor for fecal incontinence. The severity of incontinence increases with the complexity of the fistula, negatively influencing quality of life. Special attention should be paid to these patients so as to mitigate symptoms later in life. A shift to sphincter-sparing procedures appears warranted.
Source: Diseases of the Colon and Rectum - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Current Status Source Type: research