Anal Fistula or fistula-in-ano is the abnormal communication between the epithelial surface of the anal canal and perianal skin. Anal fistula is frequently the result of previous or current anal abscess. Fistula can occur spontaneously or secondary to anal abscess.
Anal fistula is termed as Bhagandara in Ayurveda. It means the condition resulted due to laceration or lesion in guda (anus) bhanga (Pubic region) basti (area of bladder). In Ayurveda Fistula or other diseases classified according to the vitiation of one or more doshas i.e. Vata, pitta, kapha. According to Ayurveda boils that about 2 angula (1.5 inches) around the anus if burst open form a track which is known as Bhagandara. It's a kind of Sanipataja Nadivarna (Complimentary Fistula).
