top of page
![OCEAN SELECT (3).png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b59741_31119890209648acb116b482ebc1e8a4~mv2.png/v1/crop/x_0,y_203,w_1080,h_634/fill/w_179,h_105,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/OCEAN%20SELECT%20(3).png)
![The Surgi Centre (2).png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b59741_7f07c1f91c1d4d8697fc6acf6b0a7ef4~mv2.png/v1/crop/x_237,y_341,w_657,h_385/fill/w_180,h_102,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/The%20Surgi%20Centre%20(2).png)
![The Surgi Centre (5).png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b59741_b589707c9940472da10376e39d8603db~mv2.png/v1/crop/x_0,y_311,w_871,h_241/fill/w_484,h_134,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/The%20Surgi%20Centre%20(5).png)
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.
​
STEPS TO BOOKING:
-
Obtain a referral form from your physician
-
Book an appointment with our office
-
If you are using insurance (Present insurance card)
​​
MEET THE ANESTHESIOLOGIST
-
Consultation booking
-
Laboratory and Imaging test completed
-
Preoperative questionnaire
THE DAY BEFORE YOUR PROCEDURE:
-
​Fast 12 hours prior to procedure
-
24 hour bowel preparation (Liquid diet)
-
Remember to leave all valuables at home (jewelry, money etc.)
-
Refrain from smoking and use of alcoholic beverages
-
Shower the morning of the procedure
​​
SURGERY TIMELINE:
-
Patient assessment about 45 minutes after check in
-
Anesthesia takes about 15 minutes
-
Surgery takes about 35 minutes
-
Recovery requires 45 minutes to 1 hour
-
Upon clearance by the doctor the patient is released
​
RESULTS TIMELINE:
-
Specimen taken to the laboratory by the patient (If necessary)
-
Post operative guidelines given
-
Follow-up care
​
I'm ready to begin...
​
​
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
BENEFITS:
-
There is a higher chance of permanently recovering from the conditions.
-
Resolves all symptoms associated, including, chronic pain, and abnormal bowel movement.
POTENTIAL COMPLICATIONS & RISK:
-
Infection can occur
-
Bleeding
-
Small areas of the lungs can collapse
-
Increased risks for obese person
-
Heart attack or stroke can occur due to strain on the heart
-
Open wound where the fistula was removed
-
Scarring developed on the anus
-
Increased risk to smokers
-
Blood clot in legs
-
Although the risks and complications may occur only very rarely they do sometimes occur and cannot be predicted or prevented by the physician
​
​
​
25
bottom of page