The process of anal fistula dressing change mainly includes wound cleaning and disinfection, observation of the wound, replacement of drainage strips, protection of the wound and so on.
1. Wound cleaning and disinfection: 24 hours after the operation can be the first change of medicine, before the change of medicine, warm water bath to clean the wound, the use of iodophor solution and other disinfection of the wound, to prevent wound infection.
2. Observe the wound: after the wound is cleaned, observe the growth and color of the granulation tissue to prevent pseudo-healing of the wound, and tighten the line if necessary.
3. Replacement of drainage strips: Replace the drainage strips after understanding the recovery of the wound, so as to avoid pus and secretion staying in the pus cavity, and to fully drain the wound to promote healing.
4. Protect the wound: after replacing the drainage strip, use gauze bandage, so as not to expose the wound by clothing friction, the formation of bleeding.
If the patient has any discomfort after anal fistula surgery, he should communicate with the doctor in time, cooperate actively, do a good job of postoperative care, and give appropriate treatment.