Implementation of video‐assisted anal fistula treatment (VAAFT) for complex fistulas – A Video Vignette

Abstract

Complex anal fistula is a debilitating disease treated by various sphincter-preserving procedures to preserve continence. Videoassisted anal fistula treatment (VAAFT) is a minimally invasive technique achieving similar efficacy to the advancement flap and the ligation of the intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT) procedure [1-3]. The primary advantage is direct visualization of the fistula tract, internal opening and associated abscess cavities via a modest perineal