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ANO FISTULA
PREPARING FOR AN
ANO FISTULA
Fistula in ano is a hollow track lined with granulation tissue connecting a primary opening inside the anal canal to a secondary opening in the perianal skin. Surgical removal of the abnormal track between the anus is excised.
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STEPS TO BOOKING:
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Obtain a referral form from your physician
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Book an appointment with our office
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If you are using insurance (Present insurance card)
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MEET THE ANESTHESIOLOGIST
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Consultation booking
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Laboratory and Imaging test completed
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Preoperative questionnaire
THE DAY BEFORE YOUR PROCEDURE:
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​Fast 12 hours prior to procedure
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24 hour bowel preparation (Liquid diet)
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Remember to leave all valuables at home (jewelry, money etc.)
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Refrain from smoking and use of alcoholic beverages
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Shower the morning of the procedure
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SURGERY TIMELINE:
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Patient assessment about 45 minutes after check in
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Anesthesia takes about 15 minutes
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Surgery takes about 35 minutes
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Recovery requires 45 minutes to 1 hour
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Upon clearance by the doctor the patient is released
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RESULTS TIMELINE:
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Specimen taken to the laboratory by the patient (If necessary)
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Post operative guidelines given
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Follow-up care
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I'm ready to begin...
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
BENEFITS:
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There is a higher chance of permanently recovering from the conditions.
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Resolves all symptoms associated, including, chronic pain, and abnormal bowel movement.
POTENTIAL COMPLICATIONS & RISK:
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Infection can occur
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Bleeding
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Small areas of the lungs can collapse
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Increased risks for obese person
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Heart attack or stroke can occur due to strain on the heart
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Open wound where the fistula was removed
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Scarring developed on the anus
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Increased risk to smokers
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Blood clot in legs
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Although the risks and complications may occur only very rarely they do sometimes occur and cannot be predicted or prevented by the physician
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