Evaluating the Role of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Surgical Management of Perianal Fistula
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is increasingly recommended by international opinion for the evaluation of perianal fistula, but whether MRI is associated with improved operative outcomes remains unclear. We aimed to evaluate the association between MRI utilization and operative burden in patients with perianal fistula. METHODS: This retrospective cohort study included all adult patients who underwent operative management for perianal fistula between 2015 and 2021 at Wellington Hospital in Aotearoa New Zealand. Fistulae were classified as simple (intersphincteric or low trans-sphincteric crossing
Fields of Study & Subjects
Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes
Pelvic floor disorders treatments
Diverticular Disease and Complications
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Surgical Research
- Publisher
- Elsevier BV
- Volume
- 325
- Pages
- 615–623
- Publication date
- 1 July 2026
- Language
- EN