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World J Gastrointest Surg. Mar 27, 2026; 18(3): 114917
Published online Mar 27, 2026. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v18.i3.114917
Published online Mar 27, 2026. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v18.i3.114917
Figure 1 A comprehensive treatment strategy for complex anal fistulas, integrating modern surgical techniques and traditional Chinese medicine.
LIFT: Ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract; TROPIS: Transanal opening of the intersphincteric space; FOISSF: Fistula occlusion with internal sphincter flap; VAAFT: Video-assisted anal fistula treatment; TCM: Traditional Chinese medicine.
- Citation: Wei J, Zhang MC, Shen YH, Jiao Y, Liu YH. Integrating traditional Chinese medicine with modern surgery: A comprehensive approach to complex anal fistula. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; 18(3): 114917
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-9366/full/v18/i3/114917.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4240/wjgs.v18.i3.114917
