VAAFT is the best way to perform a minimal invasive surgical procedure to treat complex & recurrent anal fistulas. This technique involves two-part, first a diagnostic and second an operative. It is done through a fine 7mm telescope, camera and special instruments to navigate the fistula tract, then using a low dose electric current to destroy fistula & sealing the tract with glue.
VAAFT is a daycare /one-day hospital stay procedure (patient will be discharged on the same day or next day). This procedure needs to be done by experienced Endoscopic Surgeons having expertise in colon & rectal surgery otherwise chance of potential complication exists. This includes cutting too much muscle leading to loss of control of bowel movement.