Clinical Trial

Modified LIFT Versus Standard LIFT for Transsphincteric Anal Fistula

Completed
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Summary
This study evaluated two sphincter-preserving surgical techniques for transsphincteric anal fistula: standard ligation of the intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT) and modified LIFT via a lateral approach. Adult patients with MRI-confirmed transsphincteric anal fistula were randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. The main outcome was wound healing time. Other outcomes included early recurrence or persistence of the fistula, postoperative pain, and fecal continence during 12 weeks of follow-up.
Protocol Amendment History 1 amendment
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Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07603635
Lead Sponsor Tugberk Tok
Conditions Anal Fistula Surgery, Transsphincteric Anal Fistula
Enrollment 40 participants
Start Date 2024-01-01
Primary Completion 2024-05-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2024-08-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-05-26