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Radially emitting laser fibre treatment of an anal fistula

Interventional procedures guidance [IPG644] Published: 13 March 2019

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Guidance:
Radially emitting laser fibre treatment of an anal fistula
Date issued:
13 March 2019

Research recommendations coming out of this guidance

  • Current evidence on the safety and efficacy of radially emitting laser fibre treatment of an anal fistula is limited in quantity and quality. Therefore, although there are no major safety concerns, this procedure should only be used with special arrangements for clinical governance, consent, and audit or research.