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Laser Ablation Versus Conventional Fistulectomy for Uncomplicated Perianal Fistula

NCT07681531 · Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 72

Last updated 2026-07-02

No results posted yet for this study

Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare conventional open fistulectomy and laser ablation in the treatment of uncomplicated perianal fistula. The study will evaluate postoperative recovery time and recurrence rates between the two procedures. A total of 72 patients with uncomplicated perianal fistula will be randomly assigned to either conventional open fistulectomy or laser ablation and followed for six months after surgery.

Conditions

  • Perianal Fistula
  • Anal Fistula

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Laser ablation

Laser-assisted anal fistula surgery for uncomplicated perianal fistula.

PROCEDURE

Conventional Open Fistulectomy

Conventional open fistulectomy for uncomplicated perianal fistula.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • PNS Hafeez - Naval Hospital

    lead OTHER_GOV

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
55 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-07-01
Primary Completion
2027-03-31
Completion
2027-03-31

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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