Abscess - A localized collection of pus in a part of the body.

Anal Canal - The final portion of the digestive tract, ending in the anal opening.

Anoscope - A small viewing scope used to examine the anal canal and lower rectum.

Endoscopy - A procedure in which the inside of the body is viewed through an instrument called an endoscope.

Fecal Incontinence - The loss of voluntary control over the anal sphincters permitting involuntary passage of feces and gas.

Fibrinogen - A protein found in blood plasma that is essential in the clotting process.

Fistula - An abnormal tunnel or tract that connects one surface in the body to another.

Fistulotomy - A procedure in which the surgeon makes an incision in the fistula tract, opening it up and merging it with the anal canal.

Perineum - The area of tissue between the vagina and the rectum.

Rectum - The lowest 6-8 inches of the large intestine, ending in the anal opening.

Rectovaginal Septum - A layer of tissue that separates the vagina and the lower part of the rectum.

Seton - A piece of suture material that is threaded through the anal fistula and may be gradually tightened to open the fistula tract (cutting seton).

Thrombin - A protein found in blood that facilitates clotting.

Transabdominal - Across or through the wall of the abdomen.


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NOTE: Any surgery has the potential for complications. The following complications are possible with the use of Biodesign® Advanced Tissue Repair Products: bleeding, infection, abscess, induration, acute or chronic inflammation (initial application of surgical graft materials may be associated with transient, mild, localized inflammation), allergic reaction, visceral adhesions, fistula formation, seroma formation, hematoma, extrusion, recurrence of tissue defect, and delayed or failed incorporation of the device. Not all part numbers listed on this website are approved for sale in all regulatory jurisdictions. Consult with your local Cook representative or customer service center for details.