Journal of Surgical Education
Volume 64, Issue 1 , Pages 36-40 , January 2007

Bioprosthetic Plugs for Complex Anal Fistulas: An Early Experience

  • C. Neal Ellis, MD

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence: Inquiries to C. Neal Ellis, MD, Associate Professor of Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of South Alabama, 2451 Fillingim Street, MSTN 706, Mobile, AL 36617

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PII: S0149-7944(06)00130-9

doi: 10.1016/j.cursur.2006.07.005

Journal of Surgical Education
Volume 64, Issue 1 , Pages 36-40 , January 2007

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