Condition

Best Anal Fistula Treatment in Mumbai

Sphincter-saving laser fistula surgery by India's leading fistula authority.

What is Anal Fistula?

An anal fistula is an abnormal tunnel between the anal canal and the skin, usually following an abscess. Fistulas don't heal on their own and require specialist surgical management with MRI fistulogram-based planning.

Symptoms to watch for

Persistent pus discharge
Recurrent abscess
Pain near anus
Swelling and redness
Skin irritation
Bleeding from fistula opening

Types & Stages

Intersphincteric

Most common, easiest to treat.

Transsphincteric

Crosses both anal sphincters.

Suprasphincteric

Complex, above sphincter complex.

Extrasphincteric

Rare, requires advanced surgical planning.

Common causes

  • Previous anal abscess
  • Crohn's disease
  • Tuberculosis
  • Trauma or surgery
  • Infections

Laser Treatment Approach

Dr Laxman uses LASER FiLAC and VAAFT (Video-Assisted Anal Fistula Treatment) — modern sphincter-saving approaches that close the fistula tract without compromising continence.

Recovery Timeline

STEP 1

Day 0 — Day care procedure

STEP 2

Week 1 — Back to office

STEP 3

Week 4 — Healing complete

STEP 4

Month 3 — Final review

Cost of Treatment

₹55,000–₹1,20,000 depending on complexity. Insurance covered.

Cashless insurance accepted at all DLPC centres via Apollo Spectra and Surya Hospital empanelment.

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