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Recurrent infection of a sinus tract at the staple line after hemorrhoidopexy: extending the indications for ligation of the intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT)

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  1. Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, International Islamic University Malaysia, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

    M. Nursharmizam Baharudin, Zailani M. Hassan & Azmi M. Nor

  2. Department of Pathology, Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

    Azlina A. Rahman

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Baharudin, M.N., M. Hassan, Z., M. Nor, A. et al. Recurrent infection of a sinus tract at the staple line after hemorrhoidopexy: extending the indications for ligation of the intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT). Tech Coloproctol 15, 479–480 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10151-011-0768-3

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