What role do bacteria play in persisting fistula formation in idiopathic and Crohn's anal fistula?

Phil Tozer, Neil B. Rayment, Ailsa Hart, N. Daulatzai, A Murugananthan, Kevin Whelan, R K S Phillips

Colorectal Disease · 2014 · 57 citations · 16 references

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Abstract

Anal fistula tracts generally do not harbour high levels of mucosa-associated microbiota. Crohn's anal fistulas do not seem to harbour specific bacteria. Alternative explanations for the persistence of anal fistula are needed.

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