Dr Chirag J Shah - Fistula Treatment Surgeon, Doctor & Anal Fistula Specialist Doctor in Satellite, Ahmedabad What is Fistula-In –Ano Anal fistula or fistula in Ano is a chronic abnormal communication between the epithelialized surface of the anal canal and perianal skin. An anal fistula can be described as a narrow tunnel with its internal opening in the anal canal and its external opening near the anus. It is considered a common condition in the people with a history of anal abscesses. It forms when anal abscesses do not heal properly. It occurs from the anal glands which are located between internal and external anal sphincter and drain into the anal canal. If the outer area of these glands becomes block, an abscess can form which can eventually extend to the skin surface. This track which occurs in this process is a fistula. Dr Chirag J Shah is leading fistula doctor in Satellite.
Fistula-In –Ano Procedure Surgery for Anal Fistula takes place under the guidance of general anaesthetic which continuous between a quarter of an hour and half an hour. To lessen the risk of bowel incontinence (passing bowel movement without wanting) you may need several operations over a number of months. Surgery depends on where the fistula is:• Below the sphincter muscle