Sphincterotomy in Connecticut

The sphincterotomy with our Connecticut providers is performed on an outpatient basis under either local or general anesthesia. Your GI provider will make a small incision within the internal anal sphincter. This incision in the muscle lowers the pressure, thereby allowing the fissure to heal. The incision will be stitched with dissolvable stitches or may be left open to heal naturally. As in any procedure, lateral internal sphincterotomy can involve certain complications and risks. For example, the inability to control stool or gas, pain, bleeding, infection at the location of the incision, or difficulty with passing urine. Your Connecticut GI specialist can discuss a complete list of possible risks and benefits of this procedure with you before scheduling your procedure.

Anal fissures will sometimes close on their own. However, if you are experiencing a fissure that will not heal and is not responding to the more traditional methods, then a sphincterotomy may be an ideal treatment option for you. If you have any questions about a sphincterotomy or any other treatment methods for anal fissures, we invite you to connect with a Connecticut GI provider. As a physician-led group of GI providers, Connecticut GI works to provide patient-focused treatment for gastrointestinal problems like anal fissures. If you are in search of a provider who performs sphincterotomies in Connecticut, don't hesitate to get in touch with us today.