[Active and refractory ulcerative proctitis: an update].

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory disease of unknown etiology that affects a variable length of the colon, starting from the rectum. When the disease is confined to the rectum is called ulcerative proctitis (UP). Several studies have unsuccessfully attempted to determine the factors that determine the extent of involvement.

Modified loose-seton technique for the treatment of complex anal fistulas.

Aim: The aim of treatment of anal fistula is to remove the track avoiding while ensuring faecal continence. We report the results of a technique that preserves the external anal sphincter in patients with complex anal fistulas.

Method: Between 2006 and 2009, 18 patients underwent surgery for a complex anal fistula using this technique.