Management of Bhagandar (Fistula in ano) by Ksharasutra – A Review

Abstract

Bhagandara is a single or multiple opening around guda Pradesh associated with different types of discharge along with pain. Acharya sushruta has described bhagandara on its consequences under astamahagada. The disorder has reached a height due to an unhealthy lifestyle. It can be correlated with fistula in ano. Fistula in ano is an abnormal hollow tract or cavity lined with granulation tissue. It is a nasty condition for the patient and often creates issue which leads to unease. It affects their daily lifestyle. For the treatment number of the surgical method are available.In Ayurveda, Acharya Sushruta has described various types of treatment like Chedana karma, Ksharasutra therapy. In modern science fistulectomy, fistulotomy, seton, and so on. But due to reoccurrence, damage of the anal ring, incontinence, and complication, Ksharasutra stands as a major para surgical procedure to cure bhaganadara. Ksharasutra is a unique medicated thread that helps in cutting as well as drainage of the fistulous tract. It works as cutting and healing of fistulous tract simultaneously. Hence the possibility of damage to the anorectal sphincter muscle is less and chances of incontinence are null. It is safe minimal, cheap, and easy to use. It works effectively on various stages.