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Intersphincter fistula fistulotomy

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hassangbs
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i had an intersphincter fistula for 6 years very high located, i was extremely worried to do the operation but it really got worse and recent MRI showed the fistula 5+cm.

i took decision to do the operation.

i was discussing the techniques with the colorectal surgeon i wanted to have the VAAFT technique for 2 main reasons first of all i'm afraid of fecal incotinence second better recovery time but he insisted on fistulotomy and told me vaaft isn't suitable for my case and it has low success rate generally.

now i'm 10 days post the operation in pain, i bleed mostly after every BM. what concerns me is that my muscle control is bad. is it too early to judge ? the dr told me it gets better gradually but i'm pretty much worried

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