Hemorrhoid Stapling
Hemorrhoids are among the most common anorectal conditions affecting up to 36% of the population. One effective way to get rid of hemorrhoids that have extended externally is hemorrhoidopexy or hemorrhoid stapling. As the name implies, this procedure safely uses a stapling device to remove hemorrhoidal tissue. This procedure is typically recommended for patients whose hemorrhoids have become abnormally large or show no improvement, using more conservative treatments.
Hemorrhoid stapling is minimally invasive as it does not require incisions. Instead, doctors lift the hemorrhoidal tissues into a ring of tissues using sutures and a stapler to remove hemorrhoids quickly. Stapling cuts the blood flow to the tissue leading to shrinkage a few days after the procedure.
Patients who underwent surgical stapling report less pain, bleeding, swelling, and itching on the surgical site. In addition, there is a lower recurrence rate among patients who underwent hemorrhoid stapling than those who chose traditional hemorrhoidectomy.
While stapled hemorrhoidopexy is less painful than other types of surgery, it is still a severe operation with potential risks and complications. Therefore, patients should discuss all possible risks and benefits with their doctor before undergoing this procedure.
