31 December 2024 : Clinical Research
Comparative Analysis of Directional Snare vs Cutting Seton for High Anal Fistula Treatment
Ming-Li Zhong ABCDEF 1, Yang Huang BCEG 2, Xin-Zhe Li B 2, Xiao-Long Hu E 2, Xian-Shu Wu B 2, Zheng Zuo B 1, Qian-Zhu Han B 1, Yu-Hui Yang B 1, Hong-Ya Yan B 1, Yue Lu AEG 2*DOI: 10.12659/MSM.945664
Med Sci Monit 2024; 30:e945664
Table 1 Comparison of basic characteristics of patients between the 2 groups.
| Items | DFCS n=30 | CS n=30 | t/χ2 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 36.3±12.5 | 37.4±12.1 | −0.328 | 0.744 |
| Sex (F/M) | 24/6 | 27/3 | 0.523 | 0.470 |
| Garg classification (grade) (%) | ||||
| High linear transsphincteric fistula (III) | 22 (73.33) | 26 (86.67) | 2.733 | 0.255 |
| High transsphincteric fistula with either abscess, multiple or horseshoe tract (IV) | 6 (20.00) | 4 (13.33) | ||
| Suprasphincteric fistula (V) | 2 (6.67) | 0 | ||
| CS – cutting seton group; DFCS – directional CS with a disposable fistula snare group. | ||||