Case Report
Copyright ©The Author(s) 2024.
World J Radiol. Oct 28, 2024; 16(10): 552-560
Published online Oct 28, 2024. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v16.i10.552
Table 1 Anal sphincter pressure measurements by water-perfused anorectal manometry
Measurements
Values
References (in adults)
Anal resting pressure (mmHg)5150-70
Anal squeeze pressure (mmHg)143120-170
Functional anal canal length (cm)3.23.2-3.5
Delayed defecation reflexReversible and pressure curve declineReversible and pressure curve decline
Rectoanal contraction reflex++
Rectoanal inhibitory reflex10 mL lead out5-10 mL lead out
Anal reflex diastolic pressure (mmHg)35> 30
The first rectal sensation (mL)2010-30
Volume to get an urge to defecate (mL)10050-80
Maximal tolerated volume (mL)170110-280
Rectoanal pressure during defecation (mmHg)83> 45
Table 2 Merits and demerits of fistulectomy vs transanal opening of the intersphincteric space vs modified transanal opening of the intersphincteric space

Fistulectomy
TROPIS
Modified TROPIS
Surgical procedureRemove the fistula, and surrounding muscles, fat and connective tissuesIdentify the internal opening. Lay open the fistula tract in the intersphincteric plane through the transanal route. Resect the lower part of the internal sphincter. Scrap out the remaining branching fistulasWiden the intersphincteric plane through the transanal route Identify the internal opening. A thorough drainage of fistulas passing through the intersphincteric plane. Tunnel-like fistulectomy of fistulas lateral to the external sphincter
MeritsDefinite efficacyHigh cure rate; small wound area; fast recoveryEasy to identify the internal opening and favor to the drainage and surgical procedure. Low risks of postoperative anal dysfunction and recurrence. Small wound area. Less pain. Fast recovery
DemeritsLarge wound area; intensive pain; long recoveryUnable to clearly expose the surgical field. Not suitable for anal fistulas without a clearly identified internal opening. Not suitable for Asian people. High risks of bleeding and postoperative recurrenceLess popular. Lack of long-term follow-up data. Lack of a comparative group