Anal Fistula Surgery

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Anal fistulas are tunnels formed between the outer skin around the anus and connecting the anal canal to the hip skin due to infection or abscess. Generally, the only treatment methods are surgery.

This operation, performed under spinal (epidural) anesthesia, takes between 20 minutes and 1 hour.

Reasons for anal fistula formation include anal traumas (accident, birth), previous anal surgeries, anal canal or rectum cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases, diabetes and sexually transmitted diseases.

The symptoms of anal fistula are as follows; Foul-smelling and yellow discharge from the anus, itching due to discharge, underwear contamination in some cases, bleeding, color change and hardening outside the anus due to infection, and a feeling of fullness in the anus area.

Individuals with these symptoms are deemed suitable for surgical intervention.

Anal fistulas are health problems that require surgical intervention. This operation is performed under spinal (epidural) anesthesia and takes between 20 minutes and 1 hour.

Patients stay at the hospital for 1 night after the operation. Patients can generally continue their normal lives after discharge. During the recovery period, conditions such as anal bleeding, discharge, itching, and gas leakage may occur, which are quite normal.

Patients should never stop following their follow-ups after this surgery. Nutrition and lifestyle changes must be made.

Recovery time may vary depending on the severity of the fistulas, the preferred surgery method and the general health of the patient, but generally recovery is seen within 1 month.

Anal fistulas turn individuals’ lives into nightmares unless treated. Rectal bleeding causes yellow and foul-smelling discharge. These symptoms prevent individuals from continuing their daily lives comfortably, and bleeding can cause serious health problems. With this surgery, individuals’ symptoms are treated and they can easily continue their daily lives.

The Anal Fistula Operation cost is varying depending on the healthcare provider, surgeon’s experiences, surgery method, situations of disorder and location where surgery is performed.

As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Anal Fistula Operation in Turkey. For learning more about the Anal Fistula Operation in Turkey, you can request us a free quote.

1. What is an anal fistula?

An anal fistula is a small tunnel that forms between the anal canal and the skin around the anus, usually after an infection or abscess.

2. Why do anal fistulas occur?

Anal fistulas may develop because of previous infections, trauma, childbirth, earlier anal surgeries, inflammatory bowel diseases, diabetes or sexually transmitted infections.

3. What symptoms show that I may have an anal fistula?

People with anal fistulas often notice yellow and bad-smelling discharge, itching, stains on underwear, bleeding, swelling or a feeling of pressure around the anus.

4. Who is suitable for anal fistula surgery?

Anyone who has these symptoms and is diagnosed with a fistula during a physical examination is usually considered suitable for surgery.

5. How is the anal fistula operation performed?

The surgery is done under spinal anesthesia which numbs the lower body and the procedure usually takes between 20 minutes and 1 hour.

6. Which surgical techniques are used for anal fistula treatment?

Doctors choose the techniques based on the type of fistula, and options include laser closure, fistulotomy or seton placement.

7. How does the laser closure method work?

In the laser method, the surgeon finds the inner opening of the fistula and closes the tunnel using controlled heat and light from a laser.

8. What is fistulotomy?

Fistulotomy involves opening the fistula tract, cleaning the infected area and allowing the wound to heal naturally over time.

9. What is the seton technique?

The seton method uses a special thread placed inside the fistula to help drain infection or slowly cut through the tissue, depending on the type of seton used.

10. What can I expect during the recovery period?

It is normal to experience mild bleeding, discharge, itching or gas leakage during healing and these symptoms usually improve within a few weeks.

11. How long does full recovery take?

Recovery time depends on the fistula type and the surgical method but most patients heal within about 1 month.

12. What should I pay attention to after the surgery?

Patients should take their medicines correctly, keep the area clean, do sitz baths, avoid heavy lifting, eat foods that prevent constipation and attend all follow-up visits.

13. What lifestyle changes help after the operation?

A fiber-rich diet, good hydration, regular exercise and careful hygiene support a smoother recovery.

14. What are benefits of having anal fistula surgery in Turkey?

Patients in Turkey receive care from experienced proctologists, modern hospitals and advanced technology and they benefit from affordable treatment with high medical standards.

15. How much does anal fistula surgery cost in Turkey?

The cost depends on the hospital, surgeon, technique and the patient’s condition.