Alok Kumar
Assistant Professor, Department of Shalya Tantra, North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopath, India
Publications
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Research Article
Standard Operating Procedure for Preparing Kadali Ksharasutra with A 100% Alcohol-Based Guggulu Resin Solution and Lakadong Turmeric, Including Its Phyto-Pharmacological Review
Author(s): Alok Kumar*
Ksharasutra therapy is a recognised treatment method for managing Fistula in-ano (Bhagandara). Ksharasutra is a medicated thread made by coating it multiple times with herbal drugs described in ancient Ayurvedic texts. Fistula in ano is a challenging condition due to its tendency to recur. Various treatment options exist, including Fistulotomy, Fistulectomy, advanced anal flap, fibrin glue, LIFT, and VAAFT. Among these, Ayurvedic Ksharasutra therapy is regarded as the Gold standard for managing fistula in ano. It stands out because it reduces recurrence rates and minimises complications such as sphincter damage. However, the main challenge with Ksharasutra is the lack of a modern, scientific standard operating procedure (SOP) for its preparation. Although some studies have been published on standardizing the process of making Apamarga Ksharasutra using snuhi ksheer, this study aims to.. Read More»

