Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	120547
DOI	10.4240/wjgs.120547
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Effects of modified ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract on intestinal barrier function in patients with transsphincteric anal fistula
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Jia-Qi Li, Zhen-Fan Huang, Xi Deng, Zi-Man Xie, Wen-Bin Zhang and Yang Li
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Corresponding Author	Yang Li, MD, Department of Clinical Nutrition, The First Hospital Affiliated of Jinan University, No. 613 Huangpu Avenue West, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 510630, Guangdong Province, China. 155024000@qq.com
Key Words	Modified ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract; Transsphincteric anal fistula; Infection-related parameters; Intestinal barrier function; Retrospective analysis
Core Tip	This retrospective study evaluated and safety of modified ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract in patients with transsphincteric anal fistula. Compared with conventional anal fistulectomy, modified ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract achieved superior efficacy and surgical outcomes. It improved anal sphincter function, alleviated pain, reduced the risk of complications and one-year recurrence rates, and significantly attenuated surgery-related inflammatory responses.
Citation	Li JQ, Huang ZF, Deng X, Xie ZM, Zhang WB, Li Y. Effects of modified ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract on intestinal barrier function in patients with transsphincteric anal fistula. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press DOI: https://doi.org/10.4240/wjgs.120547
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Received	2026-05-19 10:56
Peer-Review Started	2026-05-19 10:56
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-06-11 10:27
Return for Revision	2026-06-11 10:27
Revised	2026-07-09 02:13
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Second Decision by Editor	2026-07-29 02:38
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-07-29 10:02
Articles in Press	2026-07-29 10:02
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