Ayurveda and modern management of Fistula: A literary review

Abstract

Fistula is a Marmaasrita Vyadhi which mainly affects  Guda & Basti, it involve formation of excess tract, painful openings around anal region, discharge & burning sensation, pus formation and bed smell near anal parts. Ayurveda considered this disease amongst one of the Ashta Mahagada. The traditional medical science; ayurveda as well as modern medical science described various therapeutic modalities for the management of fistula including surgical and non-surgical interventions. In a view to explore literary contribution in this area present article summarized some important ayurveda and modern approaches used for the treatment of fistula. Keywords: Ayurveda, Fistula, Bhagandara, Arsha.