Loss of seton in patients with complex anal fistula: a retrospective comparison of conventional knotted loose seton and knot-free seton
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DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02254-1
Abstract: Background Loose setons are often utilized. Replacements after seton loss are frequent, but the exact incidence of this loss of seton (LOS) in patients is unknown. The aim of the present study was to assess… read more here.
Keywords: knot free; complex anal; knotted loose; loose seton ... See more keywords
Are novel knot-free setons also trouble-free?
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DOI: 10.1007/s10151-021-02488-7
Abstract: A complex perianal fistula can be managed conservatively by the insertion of a loose seton fixed in place by some kind of knot. In 2014 the first seton with a closure mechanism with a barbed… read more here.
Keywords: tensile strength; closure; free setons; knot free ... See more keywords