The Importance of Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy Incision: Parallel or Vertical
Incision Type for Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
Sponsor: SB Istanbul Education and Research Hospital
Listed as NCT00980369, this observational or N/A phase trial focuses on Anal Fissure and remains ongoing. Sponsored by SB Istanbul Education and Research Hospital, it has been updated 8 times since 2007, reflecting limited change activity. This study adds to the evidence base for this therapeutic area through structured, versioned documentation.
Study Description(click to expand)The lateral internal sphincterotomy (LIS) technique is considered the optimal surgical treatment for chronic anal fissures (CAFs); however, questions remain regarding the best technique. The present study investigated whether the type of anoderm incision (vertical or parallel to the anus) affected wound healing, wound-related complications, incontinence and recurrence rates in CAF patients undergoing open LIS.
The lateral internal sphincterotomy (LIS) technique is considered the optimal surgical treatment for chronic anal fissures (CAFs); however, questions remain regarding the best technique. The present study investigated whether the type of anoderm incision (vertical or parallel to the anus) affected wound healing, wound-related complications, incontinence and recurrence rates in CAF patients undergoing open LIS.
Status Flow
Change History
8 versions recorded-
Jan 2026 — Present [monthly]
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Sep 2025 — Present [monthly]
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Sep 2024 — Sep 2025 [monthly]
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Jul 2024 — Sep 2024 [monthly]
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Jan 2021 — Jul 2024 [monthly]
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Apr 2018 — Jan 2021 [monthly]
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Phase: NA → None
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Feb 2017 — Apr 2018 [monthly]
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Status: Enrolling By Invitation → Unknown Status
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Jan 2017 — Feb 2017 [monthly]
Enrolling By Invitation NA
First recorded
Oct 2007
Trial started
Per CT.gov start date — pre-dates our first snapshot
Eligibility Summary
No eligibility information available.
Contact Information
- SB Istanbul Education and Research Hospital
For direct contact, visit the study record on ClinicalTrials.gov .