Study Comparing 3D Ultrasound and Traditional Surgery for Treating Perianal Abscesses in Adults

What this Trial Is About

This research investigates the diagnosis and treatment of perianal abscesses, comparing traditional surgical drainage with a newer method using 3D ultrasonography. The goal is to evaluate whether ultrasound-guided drainage can reduce complications like abscess recurrence, chronic fistulas, and anal sphincter damage that may cause incontinence. This multicenter randomized study is sponsored by University Hospital, Ume, and aims to improve healing outcomes. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups one will receive abscess drainage guided by 3D ultrasonography, and the other will have traditional drainage without ultrasound in the operating room. Both groups will be treated under surgical conditions, and the study includes follow-up visits at two months and one year after treatment to monitor progress and outcomes. During the study, participants will be informed about their condition and screened for eligibility. Researchers will collect medical history and monitor adverse events for up to one year. Follow-up assessments will evaluate healing and complications such as fistula formation or incontinence. The study helps understand how ultrasound may improve treatment and reduce complications in patients with perianal abscesses.

Multicenter Study for Diagnosis and Treatment of Perianal Abscesses