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Yalcinkaya A, Yalcinkaya A, Atici SD, Sahin C, Leventoglu S. Local excision versus thrombectomy in thrombosed external hemorrhoids: a multicenter, prospective, observational study. BMC Surg 2023; 23:228. [PMID: 37563701 PMCID: PMC10413608 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-023-02105-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Available guidelines describing the procedural treatment of thrombosed external hemorrhoids (TEH) rely solely on expert opinion. We aimed to compare local excision (LE) and thrombectomy (incision) in terms of treatment success, factors affecting success, and outcomes. METHODS This was a multicenter, prospective, observational study conducted in eight centers from September 2020 to September 2021. A total of 96 patients (58 LE, 38 thrombectomy) were included. Risk factors, demographics and clinical characteristics were recorded. Follow-up studies were scheduled for the 1st week, 1st, 3rd and 6th months. Surgical success was assessed at 1 month. Hemorrhoidal Disease Symptom Score (HDSS) and Short Health Scale (SHS) were applied at baseline and the 6th month. Wexner fecal incontinence score was applied at all follow-up studies. RESULTS Overall mean age was 41.5 ± 12.7 years. At baseline, groups were similar with regard to demographics and disease severity (HDSS) (p > 0.05 for all). Success was relatively higher in the thrombectomy group (86.8%) compared to the LE group (67.2%) (p = 0.054). Constipation and travel history were significantly associated with lower likelihood of LE success. Symptoms during follow-up were similarly distributed in the groups. Both methods yielded significant improvements in HDSS, SHS and Wexner scores; however, SHS scores (6 months) and Wexner scores (all time points) were significantly better in the thrombectomy group. CONCLUSION The in-office thrombectomy procedure may have better short-term outcomes compared to LE in terms of relative success, recurrence and quality of life-despite the fact that success rates were statistically similar with the two interventions. LE may yield particularly worse results in patients with constipation and travel history; thus, thrombectomy appears to be especially advantageous in these patient subsets.
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- Ali Yalcinkaya
- Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University, Sıhhiye, Ankara, Turkey
- Department of Medical Biochemistry and Microbiology, Science for Life Laboratory, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of General Surgery, Ankara Yenimahalle Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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Gefen R, Handal A, Ben-Ezra C, Parnasa SY, Mizrahi I, Abu-Gazala M, Pikarsky AJ, Shussman N. A patient tailored approach to the surgical treatment of hemorrhoids leads to equal satisfaction following hemorrhoidectomy, stapled hemorrhoidopexy or a combination of both. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:233. [PMID: 37314660 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02969-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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PURPOSE Up to 20% of patients suffering from symptomatic hemorrhoids will require surgery. Excisional hemorrhoidectomy (EH) and stapled hemorrhoidopexy (SH) are both standard and safe procedures. While SH has a short-term advantage of faster recovery and lower postoperative pain, its long-term efficacy is debatable. This study aims to compare the outcomes of EH, SH, and a combined procedure of both. METHODS A retrospective study compared the outcomes of patients treated surgically for hemorrhoids over a 5-year period. Eligible patients were asked by phone to complete a questionnaire evaluating recurrent symptoms, fecal incontinence, satisfaction, and self-assessed improvement in quality of life (QOL). RESULTS This study included 362 patients, of whom 215 underwent SH, 99 underwent EH, and 48 underwent a combined procedure. No statistically significant differences were found between groups regarding complications, symptoms recurrence, or fecal incontinence. Combined procedure patients had significantly higher self-assessed improvement in QOL (P=0.04). CONCLUSION In patients with symptomatic hemorrhoids, a tailored approach to symptomatic hemorrhoids is associated with high satisfaction rates and self-assessed improvement in QOL.
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- Rachel Gefen
- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel.
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- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of General Surgery. Hadassah Medical Organization and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, POB 12000, 11920, Jerusalem, Israel
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De Nardi P, Maggi G, Pagnanelli M, Vlasakov I, Corbetta D. Hemorrhoid laser dearterialization: systematic review and meta-analysis. Lasers Med Sci 2023; 38:54. [PMID: 36695928 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-022-03703-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Hemorrhoidal disease is a common and troublesome condition. Excisional hemorrhoidectomy can assure the best chance of cure but it is hampered by postoperative pain and potential long-term morbidity therefore minimally invasive techniques have been developed. Since 2009 a doppler-guided hemorrhoidal dearterialization with laser (the hemorrhoidal laser procedure; HeLP) has been proposed to control symptoms without significant sequelae. The aim of this systematic review is to analyze the benefits and disadvantages of HeLP for symptomatic hemorrhoids. The Medline/PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane library databases were searched from January 2010 to March 2022, language was restricted to English and documents to the full text. Randomized and non-randomized, prospective and retrospective cohort studies were included. Risk of bias assessment was performed using the Risk of bias for non-randomized studies (ROBINS-I) and the RoB2 Tool for randomized clinical trial. Primary outcome was to assess the efficacy of HeLP on symptoms' resolution. Secondary objectives were postoperative pain and complications, comparison with other interventional techniques, and evaluation of long-term recurrence. Whenever possible, a meta-analysis was conducted. The GRADE approach was employed to assess the certainty of evidence. We included six non-randomized and one randomized study. HeLP improved or resolved preoperative symptoms in 83.6 to 100% of patients during follow-up. In the randomized study symptoms resolved in 90% of patients after HeLP and 53.3% after rubber band ligation as comparator. Published data indicate that HeLP is effective, relatively safe, with limited recurrence rate, after a short to medium follow-up. The quality of evidence was however low. There is a paucity of studies assessing the benefits or harms of laser dearterialization for the treatment of hemorrhoids and randomized trials are furthermore rare, therefore trials with adequate power and proper design, assessing the advantages and disadvantages of HeLP versus other minimally invasive techniques, are needed. Furthermore, studies evaluating long-term follow-up are wanted.
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- Paola De Nardi
- Gastrointestinal Surgery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, 20132, Milan, Italy.
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- Oncologic Surgery, Policlinico Casilino, Rome, Italy
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- Rehabilitation and Functional Recovery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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Torrinha G, Gonçalves T, Sousa M, Högemann G, Goulart A, Carvalho AF, Leão P. The effects of laser procedure in symptomatic patients with haemorrhoids: A systematic review. Front Surg 2022; 9:1050515. [PMID: 36578968 PMCID: PMC9791955 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.1050515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Purpose Haemorrhoids are normal structures in the human body, only seen as pathological when symptomatic. Nowadays, new techniques have surfaced using a diode laser which, after locating the target arteries, blocks the blood flow while hitting and shrinking the local mucosa/submucosa at a depth of 4 mm. Our work aimed to give a broad view over this new technique and its consequences in the post-operative follow-up with a systematic review. Methods EMBASE and MEDLINE databases were consulted, retrieving clinical trials, which mentioned the use of 980 nm diode laser on the treatment of haemorrhoids. Results Ten clinical trials analyzing the post-operative effects of laser haemorrhoidectomy were selected, including 2 randomized controlled clinical trials and 1 controlled clinical trial. The overall quality of the trials was low, indicating a high risk of bias. Conclusion The laser haemorrhoidectomy procedure revealed a high therapeutic potential, considering the reduced number of postoperative complaints (bleeding/pain), the high symptom resolution and the reduced recurrence, albeit the high heterogeneity between the studies in terms of reported results. Future investigations with higher quality and controlled double-blinded studies obtaining better-categorized results should be conducted in order to better evaluate this procedure and compare it to the current paradigm.
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- Gonçalo Torrinha
- Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), Medical School, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal,Correspondence: Gonçalo Torrinha
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- Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), Medical School, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal
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- General Surgery Department, Hospital Privado de Braga, Grupo Trofa Saúde, Braga, Portugal
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- General Surgery Department, Städtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe, Germany
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- Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), Medical School, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal,General Surgery Department, Hospital Privado de Braga, Grupo Trofa Saúde, Braga, Portugal,ICVS/3B's – PT – Surgical Science Department, Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- Life and Health Sciences Research Institute (ICVS), Medical School, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal,General Surgery Department, Hospital Privado de Braga, Grupo Trofa Saúde, Braga, Portugal,ICVS/3B's – PT – Surgical Science Department, Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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Gelos M. Hämorrhoidektomie. COLOPROCTOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00053-022-00658-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Wang Z, Wu X, Li Y, Huang J, Shi R, Wang J. Top 100 most-cited articles on hemorrhoids: A bibliometric analysis and visualized study. Front Surg 2022; 9:1021534. [PMID: 36439542 PMCID: PMC9691775 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.1021534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Hemorrhoids have a significant incidence in people and are becoming a common public health problem. This study provides a bibliometric and visualized analysis of the most influential literature in the field. The aim is to reveal trends in the field of hemorrhoids and to provide a reference for researchers. Methods The 100 most frequently cited studies in the field of hemorrhoids were collected from the Web of Science(WOS), and were analyzed in terms of the annual publication, types of literature, countries, institutions, authors, journals, and keywords. During the study, we used a combination of VosViewer, Carrot2, Microsoft Excel, and Tableau tools to better present the visual information. Results A total of 4,481 articles were retrieved, of which 3,592 were of the Article and Review types, among which we selected the 100 most frequently cited. A large amount of highly cited literature on hemorrhoid surgery emerged from 1990 to 2010, and the interest of researchers in hemorrhoid surgery seems to have waned after 2010. The sources of highly cited literature in the field of hemorrhoids are predominantly Western, with the United States. and the United Kingdom accounting for almost half of the publications worldwide. However, countries with higher prevalence populations do not have significant research on hemorrhoids. St. Mark's Hospital has published the largest number of influential articles in the field of hemorrhoid disease. Kamm MA and Phillips RKS are the most authoritative authors in the field. Diseases of the Colon & Rectum and the British Journal of Surgery are the most influential journals in this field. The highly cited literature covers a wide range of disciplines, with Thomson's classic “The nature of hemorrhoids” receiving the most attention among the studies focusing on hemorrhoids. Keyword and clustering analysis revealed that The most famous focus in the field of hemorrhoid research is the evolution of stapled hemorrhoidectomy (SH) and Milligan-morgan hemorrhoidectomy (MMH). Conclusions This study is the first to explore developments in the field of hemorrhoids, and it helps surgeons quickly understand global trends in the field of hemorrhoids. In recent years, the development of hemorrhoids seems to have hit a bottleneck, with scholarly interest in the field of waning, especially in surgery Procedures. The theory of inferior anal cushion migration has proven to be the most influential theory in the field, but after studies based on SH and MMH, more high-quality evidence is needed to continue advancing the field of hemorrhoids. The results of this study are intended to add to the attention and interest of scholars in this area and provide a reference for further research.
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- Correspondence: Rong Shi Jing Wang
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Alnajim AA, Al-Hakkak S, Muhammad ASAS, Al-Wadess AA, Ahmed MA. LigaSure or Diathermy Excision of III-IV Degree Pile? A Single-institution Experience: A Randomized Control Trial. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2022.8878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION: Pile excision is frequently associated with post-operative pain and prolonged hospital stay. A modern technique performed with LigaSure (LS) seems to be especially efficient when large pile tissue removal is needed.
AIM: The research compares LS pile excision with diathermy for the treatment of III-IV degree pile.
PATIENTS AND METHODS: Two hundred and eight patients with pile III or IV degrees randomized into two groups: Group one LS and group two diathermy. The study evaluates the mean post-operative time, post-operative pain, discharge date, and time return to usual works early and late complication. All patients followed up for a range (12–24) months.
RESULTS: One hundred and eight patients managed by diathermy, 100 managed by LS. The operating time is considerably shortened in LS; post-operative pain disappears earlier in LS than diathermy. In addition, the timely return to work reduces in LS, while no distinction between hospitalization and post-operative complications.
CONCLUSIONS: LS is an efficient procedure in degree III or VI pile excision. Therefore, the procedure enhances to use LS as the treatment of choice for Classes III–IV pile, even it is more expensive than diathermy operation.
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Zhang L, Xie Y, Huang D, Ma X, Wang W, Xiao H, Zhong W. LigaSure hemorrhoidectomy versus the procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e28514. [PMID: 35060505 PMCID: PMC8772652 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000028514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND LigaSure hemorrhoidectomy and the procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids (PPH) are both relatively new treatments for managing symptomatic hemorrhoids. This review aimed to evaluate and compare their short-term outcomes. METHODS We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and the China National Knowledge Infrastructure database for randomized controlled trials comparing the LigaSure procedure and PPH published in any language from 1998 to October 2013. RESULTS A total of 5 studies involving 397 participants were included in this review. Pooled analysis showed that the LigaSure procedure was associated with significantly lower recurrence rate [relative risk (RR) = 0.21, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.06 to 0.72, P = .01] and significantly shorter operating time [mean difference (MD) = -6.39, 95% CI: -7.68 to -5.10, P < .001]. The analysis showed no significant difference in postoperative pain between the two techniques (MD = 0.55, 95% CI: -0.15 to 1.25, P = .12] or in time off work or away from normal activity [standard MD = 0.13, 95% CI: -1.80 to 2.06, P = .9]. The two techniques did not show significant differences in postoperative complications or other patient-related outcomes (P > .05). CONCLUSIONS Our review indicates that both LigaSure hemorrhoidectomy and PPH are safe alternatives for the management of hemorrhoids. Available evidence suggests that the LigaSure technique is associated with shorter operating time and lower hemorrhoid recurrence rate, but these conclusions should be further confirmed in large, multicenter randomized controlled trials with long-term follow-up.
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- Leichang Zhang
- Department of Anorectal Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, P.R. China
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- Modern Educational Technology Center, Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University, Nanchang, P.R. China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, P.R. China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, P.R. China
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- Department of Surgery and Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, P.R. China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, P.R. China
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- Department of Surgery and Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, P.R. China
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Rabelo FEF, Lacerda-Filho A, Mansur ES, de Oliveira FH, de Queiroz FL, França-Neto PR, Misson N. Benefits of flavonoid and metronidazole use after excisional hemorrhoidectomy: a randomized double-blind clinical trial. Tech Coloproctol 2021; 25:949-955. [PMID: 34057643 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-021-02465-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2020] [Accepted: 05/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Excisional hemorrhoidectomy remains the most effective treatment for a significant group of patients with hemorrhoids, despite the potential for postoperative pain. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of flavonoid and metronidazole use in the postoperative period on patients undergoing excisional hemorrhoidectomy. METHODS A double-blind randomized clinical study was performed. Sixty-eight patients underwent excisional hemorrhoidectomy and were randomized into 4 groups of 17 patients each to receive double-placebo (G1), metronidazole plus placebo (G2), flavonoids plus placebo (G3) or metronidazole plus flavonoids (G4) in the postoperative period. A standard analgesic protocol was offered equally for all groups. Postoperative pain, bleeding, edema, pruritus and tenesmus were evaluated during the following three periods: from immediately after the operation until postoperative day (POD)7, from POD 8 to POD 14, and from POD 15 to POD 30. The patients were required to complete symptom questionnaires and to attend postoperative follow-up on PODs 7, 14 and 30. The effect of each drug was assessed for each symptom, and the groups were compared with each other and over time. RESULTS There was less severe pain in all postoperative periods in the groups using flavonoids (G3 and G4, both p < 0.0001), with an observed synergistic effect of flavonoids combined with metronidazole during the first 14 days after surgery (p < 0.0001). Flavonoid use was also associated with decreased bleeding (G3, p = 0.031 and G4, p = 0.016) between the first and second postoperative weeks CONCLUSIONS: The use of flavonoids alone and in combination with metronidazole resulted in a reduction of most symptoms, particularly pain, after excisional hemorrhoidectomy. TRIAL REGISTRATION The present study was registered in the SISNEP (document CAAE-0035.0.240.000-11), after approval by the research ethics committee (CEP) of the Hospital Felício Rocho (protocol nº393 / 11).
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- F E F Rabelo
- Division of Coloproctology, Felicio Rocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Brazil. .,Department of Surgery, Federal University of São João Del Rey School of Medicine, Divinopolis, Brazil.
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- Division of Coloproctology, Felicio Rocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Brazil.,Department of Surgery, Federal University of Minas Gerais School of Medicine, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Division of Coloproctology, Felicio Rocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Division of Coloproctology, Felicio Rocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Brazil.,Department of Surgery, Federal University of São João Del Rey School of Medicine, Divinopolis, Brazil
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- Division of Coloproctology, Felicio Rocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Division of Coloproctology, Felicio Rocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Division of Coloproctology, Felicio Rocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Mir Mohammad Sadeghi P, Rabiee M, Ghasemi Darestani N, Alesaheb F, Zeinalkhani F. Short term results of stapled versus conventional hemorrhoidectomy within 1 year follow-up. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BURNS AND TRAUMA 2021; 11:69-74. [PMID: 33824788 PMCID: PMC8012873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2020] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Conventional hemorrhoidectomy is still used for patients but a variety of less invasive treatments are also developed. Stapled hemorrhoidectomy is known as a beneficial technique. Here we aimed to evaluate and compare the results of stapled hemorrhoidectomy with conventional methods in patients who require hemorrhoidectomy. METHODS This study was performed on 120 patients with stage 3 or 4 hemorrhoids. Mean resting pressure (MRP) and mean squeezing pressure (MSP) were measured before surgeries. Patients were then randomized into 2 groups of 60 patients. Group 1 underwent stapled hemorrhoidectomy and group 2 underwent conventional hemorrhoidectomy. The pain of patients was also determined using the visual analogue scale (VAS) for each patient 1, 2 and 3 days after the surgeries. Patients were then followed for 1 month after surgeries for evaluating the surgical outcomes, MRP and MSP. In terms of recurrence, they underwent clinical and anoscopic re-examination at least once in the next 6 months and 12 months after interventions. RESULTS We showed that both MRP and MSP did not change significantly in both groups after interventions (P>0.05). We also observed a significant decline in the pain of both groups (P<0.001) and also a significantly lower pain in group 1 (P<0.05). Our data showed that patients in group 1 required less analgesic after procedures (P=0.001). Evaluation of recurrence rate 6 and 12 months after interventions showed that patients who underwent stapled hemorrhoidectomy had a significant higher recurrence rate within 12 months compared to the other group (P=0.003). CONCLUSION Stapled hemorrhoidectomy is a safe and effective method that is associated with lower pain, hospitalization duration and no significant complications within 1 year follow-up. But on the other hand, this surgical method was associated with a higher recurrence rate.
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- Department of Surgery, Isfahan University of Medical SciencesIsfahan, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical SciencesTehran, Iran
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- Assistant Professor of Radiotherapy, Department of Radiology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Imam Khomeini HospitalTehran, Iran
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Ruan QZ, English W, Hotouras A, Bryant C, Taylor F, Andreani S, Wexner SD, Banerjee S. A systematic review of the literature assessing the outcomes of stapled haemorrhoidopexy versus open haemorrhoidectomy. Tech Coloproctol 2020; 25:19-33. [PMID: 33098498 PMCID: PMC7847454 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02314-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 07/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Background Symptomatic haemorrhoids affect a large number of patients throughout the world. The aim of this systematic review was to compare the surgical outcomes of stapled haemorrhoidopexy (SH) versus open haemorrhoidectomy (OH) over a 20-year period. Methods Randomized controlled trials published between January 1998 and January 2019 were extracted from Pubmed using defined search criteria. Study characteristics and outcomes in the form of short-term and long-term complications of the two techniques were analyzed. Any changes in trend of outcomes over time were assessed by comparing article groups 1998–2008 and 2009–2019. Results Twenty-nine and 9 relevant articles were extracted for the 1998–2008 (period 1) and 2009–2019 (period 2) cohorts, respectively. Over the two time periods, SH was found to be a safe procedure, associated with statistically reduced operative time (in 13/21 studies during period 1 and in 3/8 studies during period 2), statistically less intraoperative bleeding (3/7 studies in period 1 and 1/1 study in period 2) and consistently less early postoperative pain on the visual analogue scale (12/15 studies in period 1 and 4/5 studies in period 2) resulting in shorter hospital stay (12/20 studies in period 1 and 2/2 studies in period 2) at the expense of a higher cost. In the longer term, although chronic pain in SH and OH patents is comparable, patient satisfaction with SH may decline with time and at 2-year follow-up OH appeared to be associated with greater patient satisfaction. Conclusions SH appears to be safe with potential advantages, at least in the short term, but the evidence is lacking at the moment to suggest its routine use in clinical practice.
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- Q Z Ruan
- Whipps Cross University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Whipps Cross University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
- National Bowel Research Centre, Blizard Institute, QMUL, 2 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Whipps Cross University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK.
- National Bowel Research Centre, Blizard Institute, QMUL, 2 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK.
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- Whipps Cross University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Whipps Cross University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Whipps Cross University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Cleveland Clinic Florida, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
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- Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK
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Gallo G, Martellucci J, Sturiale A, Clerico G, Milito G, Marino F, Cocorullo G, Giordano P, Mistrangelo M, Trompetto M. Consensus statement of the Italian society of colorectal surgery (SICCR): management and treatment of hemorrhoidal disease. Tech Coloproctol 2020; 24:145-164. [PMID: 31993837 PMCID: PMC7005095 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02149-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 119] [Impact Index Per Article: 29.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2019] [Accepted: 01/06/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Hemorrhoidal disease (HD) is the most common proctological disease in the Western countries. However, its real prevalence is underestimated due to the frequent self-medication.The aim of this consensus statement is to provide evidence-based data to allow an individualized and appropriate management and treatment of HD. The strategy used to search for evidence was based on application of electronic sources such as MEDLINE, PubMed, Cochrane Review Library, CINAHL, and EMBASE.These guidelines are inclusive and not prescriptive.The recommendations were defined and graded based on the current levels of evidence and in accordance with the criteria adopted by American College of Chest Physicians. The recommendations were graded A, B, and C.
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- G Gallo
- Department of Surgical and Medical Sciences, University "Magna Graecia" of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Santa Rita Clinic, Vercelli, Italy
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- Department of General, Emergency and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Proctological and Perineal Surgical Unit, Cisanello University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Santa Rita Clinic, Vercelli, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Tor Vergata University, Rome, Italy
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- Operative Unit of General Surgery, IRCCS de Bellis, Castellana Grotte, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Whipps Cross University Hospital, Barts Health, London, UK
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- Department of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Santa Rita Clinic, Vercelli, Italy.
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Routine pathology examination in the era of value-based healthcare: the case of haemorrhoids specimens. Updates Surg 2020; 72:83-88. [PMID: 31907868 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-019-00699-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2019] [Accepted: 12/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Routine pathologic examination of specimens is a common practice with ill-defined value. The present study is the first to investigate the incidence and cost of incidental microscopic lesions in both haemorrhoidectomy and stapled haemorrhoidopexy specimens. Pathological reports of specimens obtained from haemorrhoidectomy and stapled haemorrhoidopexy procedures performed from January 2003 to May 2017 were analysed. Specimens resulting from patients treated for any disease other than haemorrhoids alone were excluded from the study. Unexpected diagnoses in the pathological report were defined as incidental diagnoses. A cost analysis was then performed. In the considered period we performed a total of 3017 procedures complying with our criteria. We found 65 (2.15%) unexpected lesions. Of the incidental diagnosis, 30 (0.99%) altered either the follow-up or the treatment. The incidences of both findings were extremely higher in haemorrhoidectomies specimens (p < 0.0001). We estimated that the cost of 14 years of routine pathological examination of haemorrhoids specimens was 133,351.4 euros, each consequential incidental diagnosis costing 4445.03 euros. The incidence of unexpected lesions in routine pathologic examination of haemorrhoidectomy and haemorrhoidopexy specimens is low but not negligible. The vast majority of incidental findings were found among haemorrhoidectomy specimens. Even though the real value of routine pathological examination of haemorrhoids specimens is still uncertain, from a clinical standpoint we were glad to suggest each patients the best follow-up and/or treatment. Future studies should assess preoperative patient's risk stratification and careful intraoperative macroscopic inspection strategies for selective pathology examination of haemorrhoids specimens.
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Gardner IH, Siddharthan RV, Tsikitis VL. Benign anorectal disease: hemorrhoids, fissures, and fistulas. Ann Gastroenterol 2019; 33:9-18. [PMID: 31892792 PMCID: PMC6928486 DOI: 10.20524/aog.2019.0438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2020] [Accepted: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and fistulas are common benign anorectal diseases that have a significant impact on patients’ lives. They are primarily encountered by primary care providers, including internists, gastroenterologists, pediatricians, gynecologists, and emergency care providers. Most complex anorectal disease cases are referred to colorectal surgeons. Knowledge of these disease processes is essential for proper treatment and follow up. Hemorrhoids and fissures frequently benefit from non-operative treatment; they may, however, require surgical procedures. The treatment of anorectal abscess and fistulas is mainly surgical. The aim of this review is to examine the etiology, diagnosis, medical, and surgical treatment for these benign anorectal diseases.
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- Ivy H Gardner
- Department of General Surgery, Division of Gastrointestinal and General Surgery Portland, Oregon Health and Science University, OR, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Gastrointestinal and General Surgery Portland, Oregon Health and Science University, OR, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Gastrointestinal and General Surgery Portland, Oregon Health and Science University, OR, USA
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Ray-Offor E, Amadi S. Hemorrhoidal disease: Predilection sites, pattern of presentation, and treatment. Ann Afr Med 2019; 18:12-16. [PMID: 30729927 PMCID: PMC6380113 DOI: 10.4103/aam.aam_4_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background An engorgement and prolapse of the anal cushion lead to haemorrhoidal disease. There are different anatomical sites and presentation of this common pathology which affects the quality of life. Aims To study the predilection sites, presentation and treatment of haemorrhoidal disease. Patients and Method A cohort study of patients diagnosed with haemorrhoids at an Endoscopy centre in Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria from February 2014- July 2017.The patients were divided into 2 groups: A - asymptomatic and B- symptomatic. Variables studied included: demographics, anatomic variations, grade of haemorrhoids, clinical presentation and treatment. Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, version 20.0. Armonk, NY. Results One hundred and twenty- one cases were included in study. There were 76 males and 45 males with age range from 15 -80 years (mean 51.9±13.1yrs). Bleeding per rectum was the most common presentation. The position frequency of haemorrhoids in decreasing order were: right posterior (34.1%); right anterior (28.2%); left lateral (17.1%); left posterior (7.6%). Multiple quadrants were affected in 58(72.5%) cases of external haemorrhoids. Grade I, II and III haemorrhoids were seen in 38 (31%), 31(26%) and 21(17%) cases respectively. Conclusion The most common anatomical site of external haemorrhoids is the right posterior quadrant position; frequently, multiple sites are simultaneously affected. Goligher classification Grade 1 hemorrhoids are effectively treated by injection sclerotherapy using 50% dextrose solution; a cheap and physiologic sclerotherapy agent.
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- Emeka Ray-Offor
- Department of Surgery, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
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- Oak Endoscopy Centre, Digestive Disease Unit, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
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Percalli L, Passalia L, Pricolo R, Riccò M. Pre-operative assessment of internal mucosal rectal prolapse in internal hemorrhoids: technical details and results from a single institution. ACTA BIO-MEDICA : ATENEI PARMENSIS 2019; 90:308-315. [PMID: 31125011 PMCID: PMC6776196 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v90i2.6988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2017] [Accepted: 02/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Background: The aim of the study was to assess safety and efficacy of pre-operative assessment for internal mucosal rectal prolapse (IMRP) in internal hemorrhoids, in order to achieve a tailored transanal stapled surgery. Methods: All consecutive patients (January 2011 to December 2014; age 18-80 years), affected by prolapses with II-IV degrees hemorrhoids that underwent Longo procedure with EEA® Auto Suture stapler (Covidien) were included in the present study. Results: A total of 100 consecutive patients (38 females) were enrolled in the study. Preoperative Visual Analogue Scale pain assessment was 7.33±2.68. The mean duration of the procedure was 34.1±17.8 min, and the median hospital stay was 2 days (range 2-6). No major complication occurred, including relapses of mucosal prolapse. Preoperative prolapse measurement with EEA® EEA® Auto Suture stapler (2.3±0.5 cm) was well correlated direct assessment (2.4±0.6, p<0.001), but a proportional bias was identified, with significant preoperative underestimation of IMRP, particularly for lesions larger than 3 cm (around 10% of actual extent). Conclusions: EEA® Auto Suture stapler seems to be safe and effective for a tailored approach to anorectal prolapse due to hemorrhoids. However, it reasonable that its actual impact may have been overestimated, beneficing of the repetitive, direct assessment of the operatory field guaranteed by preoperative IMRP measurement. (www.actabiomedica.it)
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- Luigi Percalli
- UO General Surgery - Departement of Surgery AUSL Piacenza.
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Langenbach MR, Seidel D. Tamponade dressings versus no tamponade after hemorrhoidectomy: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials 2019; 20:188. [PMID: 30940201 PMCID: PMC6444871 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-019-3280-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2018] [Accepted: 03/06/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background Symptomatic hemorrhoids are one of the most common anorectal disorders. Many surgeons use tamponades after open hemorrhoidectomy to manage postoperative bleeding. The question of whether a tamponade is necessary and beneficial after hemorrhoidectomy has not yet been conclusively answered. A previously conducted single-center pilot trial included 100 patients after Milligan–Morgan hemorrhoidectomy. The data indicated that insertion of an anal tamponade after hemorrhoidectomy does not reduce postoperative bleeding but causes significantly more pain. The findings of this pilot trial are now to be verified by means of a multicenter randomized clinical study called NoTamp. Methods We plan to include 953 patients after Milligan-Morgan or Parks hemorrhoidectomy in the NoTamp study. The aim is to demonstrate that using no tamponade dressing after open hemorrhoidectomy is not inferior to using tamponades with respect to postoperative bleeding, and that the patients report less pain. Primary endpoints of the trial are the maximum postoperative pain within 48 h and the incidence of severe postoperative bleeding that requires surgical revision within 7 days after the surgical procedure. Secondary endpoints of the study are the use of analgesics in the postoperative course, the lowest hemoglobin documented within 7 days, quality of life and patient satisfaction. Safety analysis includes all adverse and serious adverse events in relation to the study treatment. Further information can be found in the registration at the German Registry of Clinical Studies (DRKS00011590) and on the study webpage (https://notamp.de/en-GB/trial/main/setLocale/en_GB/). The study is financed by the HELIOS research funding. Discussion The study received full ethics committee approval. The first patient was enrolled on 3 May 2017. This trial will finally answer the question whether the insertion of a tamponade after open hemorrhoidectomy is necessary and beneficial. Trial registration German Clinical Trials Register (Deutsches Register Klinischer Studien (DRKS), DRKS00011590. Registered on 12 April 2017.
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- Mike Ralf Langenbach
- Klinik für Allgemein-/Viszeralchirurgie und Koloproktologie, Helios St. Elisabeth Klinik, Josefstr. 3, 46045, Oberhausen, Germany
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- Institut für Forschung in der Operativen Medizin (IFOM), Universität Witten/Herdecke, Ostmerheimerstraße 200 Haus 38, 51109, Köln, Germany.
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Fernandes V, Fonseca J. Polidocanol Foam Injected at High Doses with Intravenous Needle: The (Almost) Perfect Treatment of Symptomatic Internal Hemorrhoids. GE-PORTUGUESE JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2018; 26:169-175. [PMID: 31192285 DOI: 10.1159/000492202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2018] [Revised: 07/16/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Background and Aims Hemorrhoid disorders are common. This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of polidocanol foam injected at high doses with intravenous needle for the treatment of symptomatic internal hemorrhoids that prolapse or bleed. Methods We evaluated 2,000 consecutive patients with prolapsed hemorrhoids (grades II/III/IV) recruited over 6 years. Foam injection was performed in one to four sessions with polidocanol 2%: 10 mL of the mixture (2 mL liquid plus air) or 20 mL (4 mL liquid plus air). The number of sessions and amount of foam injected depended on initial hemorrhoid size, compliance to receive foam, and clinical response. The mixture, prepared using a three-way tap connected to two 10/20-mL syringes, was injected immediately after preparation using an intravenous needle. The primary endpoint was self-reported satisfaction without major complications at 4 weeks. Results Efficacy was very high, with 1,957 patients (98%) reporting satisfaction regarding blood loss control and prolapse reduction. The procedure was well tolerated: 1,838 patients (92%) presented mild/no pain. Objective reduction of prolapse volume was documented in 86% of reobserved cases. Complications were rare and usually minor: only 3 cases of clinically significant bleeding (0.15%), 2 of whom were on dual antiplatelet therapy plus oral anticoagulation, 2 cases of rectal abscess, 8 hemorrhoid thromboses, and 1 urinary retention requiring catheter (0.7% severe complications). Conclusions Treatment of internal hemorrhoids with polidocanol foam injected in high doses is very effective and safe for the control of blood loss and prolapse, even for patients on anticoagulation/antiplatelet treatment.
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- Vítor Fernandes
- Clínica de Gastrenterologia de Almada, Almada, Portugal.,Clínica CUF Almada, Monte da Caparica, Portugal
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- Hospital Garcia de Orta, Almada, Portugal.,Centro de Investigação Interdisciplinar Egas Moniz, Monte da Caparica, Portugal
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Procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids (PPH) with low rectal anastomosis using a PPH 03 stapler: low rate of recurrence and postoperative complications. Int J Colorectal Dis 2017; 32:1687-1692. [PMID: 28956135 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-017-2908-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/18/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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PURPOSE The procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids (PPH) has the advantage of less postoperative pain. However, serious postoperative complications have been reported after PPH, and the postoperative recurrence rate is high in comparison with conventional Milligan-Morgan hemorrhoidectomy (MMH). The purpose of this study was to evaluate PPH with low rectal anastomosis (PPH-LA) in comparison with the original PPH and MMH. METHODS Among a total of 1315 patients with hemorrhoids, MMH was conducted in 322, original PPH using a PPH 01 stapler (PPH01) in 63, PPH-LA using 01 (PPH-LA01) in 236, 03 (PPH-LA03) in 649, and sclerotherapy (SCL) in 45. RESULTS Length of hospital stay and number of working days lost were significantly greater for MMH than for any form of PPH. The rate of massive postoperative bleeding was significantly lower after PPH-LA03 than after PPH01 or PPH-LA01. No serious postoperative complications occurred after any form of PPH. A significantly higher proportion of patients complained of continued prolapse after PPH01 than after MMH, PPH-LA01, or -LA03. The 5- and 16-year postoperative cumulative recurrence rates after PPH-LA03 were significantly lower than after PPH01. CONCLUSIONS The postoperative cumulative recurrence rate after PPH-LA03 is as low as that after MMH for up to 16 years, and compared with the original PPH01, the effectiveness is higher and the postoperative cumulative recurrence rate for up to 16 years is significantly lower. We conclude that PPH-LA03 is a superior procedure for hemorrhoids, having less postoperative pain and a low rate of recurrence.
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Grotenhuis BA, Nonner J, de Graaf EJR, Doornebosch PG. Implementation of a New High-Volume Circular Stapler in Stapled Anopexy for Hemorrhoidal Disease: Is Patient's Short-Term Outcome Affected by a Higher Volume of Resected Tissue? Dig Surg 2017; 35:406-410. [PMID: 29131098 DOI: 10.1159/000480355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2017] [Accepted: 08/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Stapled anopexy is a safe technique for the treatment of hemorrhoids but carries a higher risk of recurrence, which might be caused due to the limited volume of resected tissue. In this study, we investigated the introduction of a high-volume circular stapling device; in particular whether an increased amount of resected tissue could affect patients' short-term postoperative outcome. METHODS Between 2011 and 2015, stapled anopexy was performed for hemorrhoids and/or anal prolapse in 141 patients (n = 25 conventional PPH-3©-stapler versus n = 116 high-volume CHEX©-stapler). In this prospectively collected dataset, operation details and short-term postoperative outcome were compared. RESULTS With the high-volume stapler, a significantly higher amount of tissue was resected: 9.8 g (range 6.2-11.4) vs. 6.4 g (range 4.9-8.8) with the conventional stapler, p < 0.01. Postoperative short-term outcome did not differ in terms of readmission and complication rates. In all 5 patients who underwent a redo operation for residual hemorrhoids or prolapse, the high-volume stapler was used in the primary operation. CONCLUSION A high-volume stapling device for stapled anopexy was introduced safely with a significantly higher amount of resected tissue without a worse short-term outcome. However, it remains unclear whether higher stapling volumes may lead to improved long-term outcome with less reinterventions.
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Leung ALH, Cheung TPP, Tung K, Tsang YP, Cheung H, Lau CW, Tang CN. A prospective randomized controlled trial evaluating the short-term outcomes of transanal hemorrhoidal dearterialization versus tissue-selecting technique. Tech Coloproctol 2017; 21:737-743. [DOI: 10.1007/s10151-017-1669-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2016] [Accepted: 06/19/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Shindhe PS, Pandey SK, Killedar R. Wipeout period of spinal anesthesia in hemorrhoidectomy in relation to Prakriti: An observational study. Ayu 2017; 38:113-116. [PMID: 30254389 PMCID: PMC6153912 DOI: 10.4103/ayu.ayu_43_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Background: A maximum number of hemorrhoidectomies are performed under spinal anesthesia. However, the effect of spinal anesthesia varies from person to person due to difference in their physical and psychological properties, which is well explained in Ayurveda as Prakriti (physiology of an individual). In this study, we have tried to establish a relation between wipeout period of spinal anesthesia and different Prakriti. Objectives: To observe wipeout period of spinal anesthesia in hemorrhoidectomy in relation to different Prakriti. Materials and Methods: A total of 30 individuals who underwent hemorrhoidectomy under spinal anesthesia were selected for the study and their Prakriti was assessed as per the standard Prakriti assessment chart before surgery. Apart from demographic data, pain assessment was also recorded by following visual analog scale. Postoperative follow-up was done until the wipeout effect of spinal anesthesia was observed. GraphPad Prism software was used to analyze the data; P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Male predominance was observed in hemorrhoidectomy cases. Majority of the patients were 20–25 years of age with body weight between 61 and 70 kg. Distribution of Prakriti was observed to be highest in Vata-Pitta Prakriti (36.6%). A significant difference was observed in the wipeout period among Prakriti where the duration of wipeout period was more in the Kapha Prakriti individuals (P < 0.0001). Conclusion: Kapha involvement increases the wipeout period in posthemorrhoidectomy; however, in Pitta and Vata Prakriti individuals, the wipeout period is less. Future studies could include a larger sample size and various other factors to analyze the involvement of Kapha.
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- Pradeep S Shindhe
- Department of Shalyatantra, Shri B. M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, KLE University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Shalyatantra, Shri B. M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, KLE University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Shalyatantra, Shri B. M. Kankanawadi Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, KLE University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India
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Watson AJM, Hudson J, Wood J, Kilonzo M, Brown SR, McDonald A, Norrie J, Bruhn H, Cook JA. Comparison of stapled haemorrhoidopexy with traditional excisional surgery for haemorrhoidal disease (eTHoS): a pragmatic, multicentre, randomised controlled trial. Lancet 2016; 388:2375-2385. [PMID: 27726951 PMCID: PMC5269572 DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(16)31803-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 88] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2016] [Revised: 09/16/2016] [Accepted: 09/19/2016] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Two commonly performed surgical interventions are available for severe (grade II-IV) haemorrhoids; traditional excisional surgery and stapled haemorrhoidopexy. Uncertainty exists as to which is most effective. The eTHoS trial was designed to establish the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of stapled haemorrhoidopexy compared with traditional excisional surgery. METHODS The eTHoS trial was a large, open-label, multicentre, parallel-group, pragmatic randomised controlled trial done in adult participants (aged 18 years or older) referred to hospital for surgical treatment for grade II-IV haemorrhoids. Participants were randomly assigned (1:1) to receive either traditional excisional surgery or stapled haemorrhoidopexy. Randomisation was minimised according to baseline EuroQol 5 dimensions 3 level score (EQ-5D-3L), haemorrhoid grade, sex, and centre with an automated system to stapled haemorrhoidopexy or traditional excisional surgery. The primary outcome was area under the quality of life curve (AUC) measured with the EQ-5D-3L descriptive system over 24 months, assessed according to the randomised groups. The primary outcome measure was analysed using linear regression with adjustment for the minimisation variables. This trial is registered with the ISRCTN registry, number ISRCTN80061723. FINDINGS Between Jan 13, 2011, and Aug 1, 2014, 777 patients were randomised (389 to receive stapled haemorrhoidopexy and 388 to receive traditional excisional surgery). Stapled haemorrhoidopexy was less painful than traditional excisional surgery in the short term and surgical complication rates were similar between groups. The EQ-5D-3L AUC score was higher in the traditional excisional surgery group than the stapled haemorrhoidopexy group over 24 months; mean difference -0·073 (95% CI -0·140 to -0·006; p=0·0342). EQ-5D-3L was higher for stapled haemorrhoidopexy in the first 6 weeks after surgery, the traditional excisional surgery group had significantly better quality of life scores than the stapled haemorrhoidopexy group. 24 (7%) of 338 participants who received stapled haemorrhoidopexy and 33 (9%) of 352 participants who received traditional excisional surgery had serious adverse events. INTERPRETATION As part of a tailored management plan for haemorrhoids, traditional excisional surgery should be considered over stapled haemorrhoidopexy as the surgical treatment of choice. FUNDING National Institute for Health Research Health Technology Assessment programme.
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- Centre for Healthcare Randomised Trials, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Centre for Healthcare Randomised Trials, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Centre for Healthcare Randomised Trials, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Centre for Healthcare Randomised Trials, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Centre for Statistics in Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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[Anopexy according to Longo for hemorrhoids]. Chirurg 2016; 87:918-923. [PMID: 27555060 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-016-0273-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The treatment for hemorrhoids ranges from conservative management to surgical procedures. The procedures are tailored to the individual grading of hemorrhoids and the individual complaints. The standard Goligher classification of the hemorrhoids is the basis for further treatment and no differentiation is made between segmental hemorrhoids and circular hemorrhoids. In the case of advanced circular hemorrhoid disease the surgical procedure with a stapler, so-called stapler anopexy, is the procedure of choice.
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Lim DR, Cho DH, Lee JH, Moon JH. Comparison of a Hemorrhoidectomy With Ultrasonic Scalpel Versus a Conventional Hemorrhoidectomy. Ann Coloproctol 2016; 32:111-6. [PMID: 27437393 PMCID: PMC4942526 DOI: 10.3393/ac.2016.32.3.111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2016] [Accepted: 05/10/2016] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Purpose A variety of instruments, including circular staplers, ultrasonic scalpels, lasers, and bipolar electrothermal devices, are currently used when performing a hemorrhoidectomy. This study compared outcomes between hemorrhoidectomies performed with an ultrasonic scalpel and conventional methods. Methods The study was a randomized prospective review of data available between May 2013 and December 2013, involving 50 patients who had undergone a hemorrhoidectomy for grade III or IV internal hemorrhoids. The hemorrhoidal pedicle was coagulated with an ultrasonic device in the ultrasonic scalpel group (n = 25) and sutured with 3-0 vicryl material after excision in the conventional method group (n = 25). Results The patients' demographics, clinical characteristics, and lengths of hospital stay were similar in both groups. The mean ages of the conventional and the ultrasonic scalpel groups were, respectively, 20.8 ± 1.6 and 22.4 ± 5.0 years (P = 0.240). In comparison with the conventional method group, the ultrasonic scalpel group had a shorter operation time (P < 0.005), less postoperative pain on the visual analogue scale score (for example, P = 0.211 on postoperative day 1), and less postoperative bleeding (P = 0.034). No significant differences in postoperative complications were observed between the 2 groups. Conclusion A hemorrhoidectomy using an ultrasonic scalpel is an effective and safe procedure. The ultrasonic scalpel reduces the operation time, the postoperative blood loss, and the postoperative pain. Long-term follow-up with larger-scale studies is required to evaluate normal activity after a hemorrhoidectomy performed with an ultrasonic scalpel.
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- Dae Ro Lim
- Department of Surgery, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital, Daejeon, Korea
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Hemorrhoid laser procedure for second- and third-degree hemorrhoids: results from a multicenter prospective study. Tech Coloproctol 2016; 20:455-9. [PMID: 27164931 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-016-1479-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2016] [Accepted: 04/29/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of our study was to assess the outcome of hemorrhoidal dearterialization, achieved by a dedicated laser energy device. METHODS From November 2012 to December 2014, 51 patients with second- or third-degree hemorrhoids were studied. The primary end point was a reduction in the bleeding rate; secondary end points were: postoperative complications, reduction in pain and prolapse, resolution of symptoms, and degree of patient's perception of improvement. The procedure was carried out as 1-day surgery. A diode laser device was employed to seal the terminal branches of the hemorrhoidal arteries, detected by a Doppler-equipped proctoscope. Follow-up was scheduled at 1 and 4 weeks, 3, 12, and 24 months. The rate and degree of symptoms was assessed with a four-point verbal rating scale. The rate of subjective symptomatic improvement was also evaluated with the Patient Global Improvement (PGI) Scale. RESULTS Mean bleeding and pain scores at baseline were 2 and 0.57. All the patients were discharged on the day of surgery. Postoperative complications were bleeding (n = 4) and external hemorrhoidal thrombosis (n = 4). Mean bleeding and pain scores at 3, 12, and 24 months were significatively reduced. After 24 months, complete resolution of bleeding was observed in 28/29 patients (96.7 %), resolution of pain in all patients, and resolution of the mucosal prolapse in 15/18 patients (76.9 %). At 12-month follow-up, 86.3 % of patients reported improvement with the PGI Scale. CONCLUSIONS The hemorrhoid laser procedure was effective in improving bleeding and pain symptoms in patients with grade II and III hemorrhoids.
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A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Suture-Fixation Mucopexy and Doppler-Guided Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation in Patients with Grade III Hemorrhoids. Gastroenterol Res Pract 2016; 2016:8143703. [PMID: 27066071 PMCID: PMC4811093 DOI: 10.1155/2016/8143703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2015] [Revised: 02/12/2016] [Accepted: 02/15/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background. We aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a suture-fixation mucopexy procedure by comparing with Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation (DGHAL) in the management of patients with grade III hemorrhoids. Methods. This was a randomized controlled trial. One hundred patients with grade III hemorrhoids were randomly assigned to receive suture-fixation mucopexy (n = 50) or DGHAL (n = 50). Outcome assessments were performed at 2 weeks, 12 months, and 24 months. Assessments included resolution of clinical symptoms, postoperative complications, duration of hospitalization, and total costs. Results. At 2 weeks, one (2%) patient in suture-fixation group and four (8%) patients in DGHAL group had persistent prolapsing hemorrhoids. Postoperative bleeding was observed in two patients (4%) in suture-fixation group and one patient in DGHAL group. There was no significant difference in short-term recurrence between groups. Postoperative complications and duration of hospitalization were comparable between the two groups. Rates of recurrence of prolapse or bleeding at 12 months did not differ between groups. However, recurrence of prolapse at 24 months was significantly more common in DGHAL group (19.0% versus 2.3%, p = 0.030). Conclusions. Compared with DGHAL, the suture-fixation mucopexy technique had comparable short-term outcomes and favorable long-term outcomes.
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Symptomatic hemorrhoid disease is one of the most prevalent ailments associated with significant impact on quality of life. Management options for hemorrhoid disease are diverse, ranging from conservative measures to a variety of office and operating-room procedures. In this review, the authors will discuss the anatomy, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and management of hemorrhoid disease.
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- Zhifei Sun
- Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
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- Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
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High-Volume Transanal Surgery with CPH34 HV for the Treatment of III-IV Degree Haemorrhoids: Final Short-Term Results of an Italian Multicenter Clinical Study. Surg Res Pract 2016; 2016:2906145. [PMID: 26998510 PMCID: PMC4779542 DOI: 10.1155/2016/2906145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2015] [Revised: 01/12/2016] [Accepted: 01/18/2016] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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The clinical chart of 621 patients with III-IV haemorrhoids undergoing Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy (SH) with CPH34 HV in 2012–2014 was consecutively reviewed to assess its safety and efficacy after at least 12 months of follow-up. Mean volume of prolapsectomy was significantly higher (13.0 mL; SD, 1.4) in larger prolapse (9.3 mL; SD, 1.2) (p < 0.001). Residual or recurrent haemorrhoids occurred in 11 of 621 patients (1.8%) and in 12 of 581 patients (1.9%), respectively. Relapse was correlated with higher preoperative Constipation Scoring System (CSS) (p = 0.000), Pescatori's degree (p = 0.000), Goligher's grade (p = 0.003), prolapse exceeding half of the length of the Circular Anal Dilator (CAD) (p = 0.000), and higher volume of prolapsectomy (p = 0.000). At regression analysis, only the preoperative CSS, Pescatori's degree, Goligher's grade, and volume of resection were significantly predictive of relapse. A high level of satisfaction (VAS = 8.6; SD, 1.0) coupled with a reduction of 12-month CSS (Δ preoperative CSS/12 mo CSS = 3.4, SD, 2.0; p < 0.001) was observed. The wider prolapsectomy achievable with CPH34 HV determined an overall 3.7% relapse rate in patients with high prevalence of large internal rectal prolapse, coupled with high satisfaction index, significant reduction of CSS, and very low complication rates.
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Trompetto M, Clerico G, Cocorullo GF, Giordano P, Marino F, Martellucci J, Milito G, Mistrangelo M, Ratto C. Evaluation and management of hemorrhoids: Italian society of colorectal surgery (SICCR) consensus statement. Tech Coloproctol 2015; 19:567-75. [PMID: 26403234 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-015-1371-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2015] [Accepted: 09/05/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Hemorrhoids are one of the most common medical and surgical diseases and the main reason for a visit to a coloproctologist. This consensus statement was drawn up by the Italian society of colorectal surgery in order to provide practice parameters for an accurate assessment of the disease and consequent appropriate treatment. The authors made a careful search in the main databases (MEDLINE, PubMed, Embase and Cochrane), and all results were classified on the basis of the grade of recommendation (A-C) of the American College of Chest Physicians.
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- M Trompetto
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, S. Rita Clinic, Vercelli, Italy.
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, S. Rita Clinic, Vercelli, Italy
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- Unit of Emergency and General Surgery, Department of Surgical Oncological and Stomatological Sciences, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Barts Health, London, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, "A. Perrino" Hospital, Brindisi, Italy
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- General, Emergency and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Tor Vergata University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Proctology Unit, University Hospital "A Gemelli", Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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Cerato MM, Cerato NL, Passos P, Treigue A, Damin DC. Surgical treatment of hemorrhoids: a critical appraisal of the current options. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014; 27:66-70. [PMID: 24676303 PMCID: PMC4675486 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-67202014000100016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2013] [Accepted: 11/28/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Surgical treatment of hemorrhoids is still a dilemma. New techniques have been developed leading to a lower rate of postoperative pain; however, they are associated with a greater likelihood of recurrence. AIM To review current indications as well as the results and complications of the main techniques currently used in the surgical treatment of hemorrhoidal disease. METHODS A systematic search of the published data on the options for treatment of hemorrhoids up to December 2012 was conducted using Medline/PubMed, Cochrane, and UpToDate. RESULTS Currently available surgical treatment options include procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids (PPH), transanal hemorrhoidal dearterialization (THD), and conventional hemorrhoidectomy techniques. Excisional techniques showed similar results regarding pain, time to return to normal activities, and complication rates. PPH and THD were associated with less postoperative pain and lower complication rates; however, both had higher postoperative recurrence rates. CONCLUSION Conventional surgical techniques yield better long-term results. Despite good results in the immediate postoperative period, PPH and THD have not shown consistent long-term favorable results.
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- Department of Surgery, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Surgery, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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Long-term outcomes of stapled hemorrhoidopexy. Wideochir Inne Tech Maloinwazyjne 2013; 9:18-23. [PMID: 24729805 PMCID: PMC3983538 DOI: 10.5114/wiitm.2011.35784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2012] [Revised: 02/16/2013] [Accepted: 04/02/2013] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Introduction Hemorrhoidal disease is one of the commonest anorectal disorders worldwide. Stapled hemorrhoidopexy (SH) is a treatment modality associated with low postoperative pain and early mobilization. Aim To assess long-term outcomes after SH. Material and methods All 326 patients who underwent SH in 1999–2003 were invited by mail to participate. For each patient we analyzed their medical records, and conducted a questionnaire survey and a digital rectal examination. Results Only 91 patients attended the final examination and the mean ± SD follow-up time was 8.7 ±1.2 years. Recurrences were diagnosed in one third of the 91 subjects. There were correlations between recurrences and: the duration of disease (p = 0.047); female gender (p = 0.037); and childbirth (vaginal delivery) (p = 0.026). Sixty-seven patients (73.6%) were satisfied with the outcomes. In the group of dissatisfied patients symptoms such as pain (p = 0.0001), burning (p = 0.0002) and itching (p = 0.014) were most common. Long-term outcomes were good with 75% and 88% reductions in pain sensation and severe and moderate hemorrhoidal bleeding. Pruritus, burning and discomfort resolved in more than 50% of patients. Flatus incontinence, fecal incontinence, or soiling occurred in 21%, 11%, and 32% of patients. Conclusions Long-term results of stapled hemorrhoidopexy are satisfactory in most patients. The 36% recurrence rate correlates with the degree of hemorrhoidal prolapse before the operation, duration of the disease, female gender, and previous vaginal delivery.
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Weledji EP, Enow Orock G, Aminde L. Massive prolapsed haemorrhoids managed by ablation and correction in a poor resourced area. J Surg Case Rep 2013; 2013:rjt094. [PMID: 24968428 PMCID: PMC3852857 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjt094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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More recently some patients with rectal mucosal prolapse and obstructive defaecation have been treated with the procedure for prolapse and haemorrhoids. We report a case of symptomatic chronic circumferentially prolapsed haemorrhoids that had several failed attempts at surgical repair. This was finally managed by ablation and correction of the associated rectal mucosal prolapse by a modified ‘Delorme's procedure akin to a stapled anopexy.
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Histopathology, Regional Hospital Buea, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
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- Department of Surgery, Regional Hospital Buea, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
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Altomare DF, Giuratrabocchetta S. Conservative and surgical treatment of haemorrhoids. Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 2013; 10:513-21. [PMID: 23752820 DOI: 10.1038/nrgastro.2013.91] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The management of haemorrhoids has evolved rapidly during the past few decades. Several new treatments have been proposed with the aim of reducing patients' postoperative pain, time to return to normal life, risk of early and late complications, and recurrence rate. Although conservative treatment based on dietary and lifestyle changes can help the majority of patients, and rubber band ligation and phlebotonic drugs can effectively treat grade I and II haemorrhoids, surgery is required for the most advanced stages. Milligan-Morgan haemorrhoidectomy is considered to be the gold-standard approach for grade IV haemorrhoids. An increasing number of minimally invasive treatment options, including mucopexy with or without mucosal resection and haemorrhoid artery ligation, have now been proposed for the management of grade III haemorrhoids. These approaches aim to correct the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms involved in the aetiology of haemorrhoids. An increased risk of recurrence is the price to pay for these minimally invasive and less painful treatments, but the sparing of the sensitive anoderm and a rapid return to normal life without pain are greatly appreciated by patients. An algorithm for the management of haemorrhoids using evidence-based medicine is also presented here.
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- Donato F Altomare
- Department of Emergency and Organ Transplantation, Policlinico Universitario Bari, Piazza G. Cesare, 11-70124 Bari, Italy
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Paravastu SCV, Slater R. Metronidazole for pain after haemorrhoid surgery. Hippokratia 2013. [DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd010727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- Rotherham General Hospital; Colorectal Surgery; Moorgate Road Rotherham South Yorkshire UK S60 2UD
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Yang J, Cui PJ, Han HZ, Tong DN. Meta-analysis of stapled hemorrhoidopexy vs LigaSure hemorrhoidectomy. World J Gastroenterol 2013; 19:4799-4807. [PMID: 23922480 PMCID: PMC3732855 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v19.i29.4799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2013] [Revised: 05/08/2013] [Accepted: 07/01/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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AIM: To compare outcome of stapled hemorrhoidopexy (SH) vs LigaSure hemorrhoidectomy (LH) by a meta-analysis of available randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
METHODS: Databases, including PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, and the Science Citation Index updated to December 2012, were searched. The main outcomes measured were operating time, early postoperative pain, postoperative urinary retention and bleeding, wound problems, gas or fecal incontinence, anal stenosis, length of hospital stay, residual skin tags, prolapse, and recurrence. The meta-analysis was performed using the free software Review Manager. Differences observed between the two groups were expressed as the odds ratio (OR) with 95%CI. A fixed-effects model was used to pool data when statistical heterogeneity was not present. If statistical heterogeneity was present (P < 0.05), a random-effects model was used.
RESULTS: The initial search identified 10 publications. After screening, five RCTs published as full articles were included in this meta-analysis. Among the five studies, all described a comparison of the patient baseline characteristics and showed that there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups. Although most of the analyzed outcomes were similar between the two operative techniques, the operating time for SH was significantly longer than for LH (P < 0.00001; OR= -6.39, 95%CI: -7.68 - -5.10). The incidence of residual skin tags and prolapse was significantly lower in the LH group than in the SH group [2/111 (1.8%) vs 16/105 (15.2%); P = 0.0004; OR= 0.17, 95%CI: 0.06-0.45). The incidence of recurrence after the procedures was significantly lower in the LH group than in the SH group [2/173 (1.2%) vs 13/174 (7.5%); P = 0.003; OR= 0.21, 95%CI: 0.07-0.59].
CONCLUSION: Both SH and LH are probably equally valuable techniques in modern hemorrhoid surgery. However, LigaSure might have slightly favorable immediate postoperative results and technical advantages.
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Peker K, İnal A, Güllü H, Gül D, Şahin M, Ozcan AD, Kılıç K. Comparison of vessel sealing systems with conventional. IRANIAN RED CRESCENT MEDICAL JOURNAL 2013; 15:488-96. [PMID: 24349747 PMCID: PMC3840836 DOI: 10.5812/ircmj.10180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2013] [Revised: 05/03/2013] [Accepted: 05/11/2013] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Background Haemorrhoids are cushions of submucosal vascular tissue located in the anal canal starting just distal to the dentate line. Haemorrhoidal disease is a common anorectal disorder which has symptoms of bleeding, prolapse, pain, thrombosis, mucus discharge, and pruritus. Haemorrhoidectomy is one of most frequently performed anorectal operation worldwide. Objectives The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of the LigaSure tissue sealing device, Harmonic Scalpel and conventional MM open haemorrhoidectomy. Materials and Methods Sixty-nine patients with newly diagnosed symptomatic grade three or grade four haemorrhoidal disease, from July 2011 to December 2011 were recruited for the study. Patients were prospectively randomized to LigaSure, Harmonic Scalpel and conventional haemorrhoidectomy. Patients were evaluated on the basis of the mean operative time, postoperative pain, day of discharge, early and late complications. Results Each group has twenty-three patients. Ten (14.5 %) were female and fifty-nine (85.5 %) were male. Mean age were 44.5 ± 10.8 for LigaSure group, 39.5±14.4 for Harmonic Scalpel group and 39.8 ± 13.6 for conventional haemorrhoidectomy group. Mean operative time was 12.6 ± 2.9 for LigaSure group, 12.6 ± 2.5 for Harmonic Scalpel group and 22.3 ± 4.5 for conventional haemorrhoidectomy group. Postoperative pain and required analgesic dose were significantly lower for conventional haemorrhoidectomy. Wound healing was also more rapid in conventional haemorrhoidectomy than both LigaSure and Harmonic Scalpel. Conclusions Lateral heat dissipation of energy based cautery such as Harmonel Scalpel and LigaSure is considerably high when compared with conventional methods. More thermal damage which is generated on tissue seems to be the reason for increased degree of postoperative pain and delay in wound healing.
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- Kemal Peker
- Erzincan University Department of General Surgery, Erzincan, Turkey
- Corresponding author: Kemal Peker, Mengücek Gazi Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi Genel Cerrahi, Turkey. Tel: +90-5359368528, Fax: +90-4462122216, E-mail:
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- Erzincan University Department of General Surgery, Erzincan, Turkey
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- Erzincan University Department of Anesthesiology & Reanimation, Erzincan, Turkey
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- Erzincan University Department of Anesthesiology & Reanimation, Erzincan, Turkey
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- Erzincan University Department of Anesthesiology & Reanimation, Erzincan, Turkey
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- Palandoken State Hospital Department of Anesthesiology & Reanimation, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Kafkas University Department of General Surgery, Kars, Turkey
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DG-RAR for the treatment of symptomatic grade III and grade IV haemorrhoids: a 12-month multi-centre, prospective observational study. Eur Surg 2013; 45:26-30. [PMID: 23459115 PMCID: PMC3580282 DOI: 10.1007/s10353-012-0182-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2012] [Accepted: 10/31/2012] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Background Ultrasound-guided techniques represent a new treatment option in the treatment of haemorrhoids. Doppler-guided haemorrhoidal artery ligation (DG-HAL) proved efficacious in early haemorrhoidal disease, but lacks efficacy for stages III/IV. For these patients, haemorrhoidal artery ligation (HAL) has been combined with a running suture to reduce prolapsing haemorrhoidal tissue (recto-anal repair (RAR)). Methods A prospective observational study was conducted in 184 patients with grade III (58 %) or grade IV (42 %) haemorrhoids in seven coloproctological centres. Primary endpoints were the recurrence of symptoms and need of further treatment (medical or surgical). Results Post-operative complications were seen in 8 % of patients. After a follow-up of 3 months, 91 % of patients were free of symptoms and 91 % of patients were satisfied with the result. After a follow-up of 12 months, 89 % of patients were free of symptoms and 88 % were satisfied with the result. Nineteen per cent of patients received further medical or surgical treatment. Conclusions Doppler-guided recto-anal repair (DG-RAR) proves to be an effective treatment option for the treatment of advanced haemorrhoidal disease that shows equal results to other established treatment options.
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Milone M, Maietta P, Leongito M, Pesce G, Salvatore G, Milone F. Ferguson hemorrhoidectomy: is still the gold standard treatment? Updates Surg 2012; 64:191-4. [PMID: 22488271 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-012-0155-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2012] [Accepted: 04/01/2012] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Hemorrhoidectomy remains the most definitive procedure to treat symptomatic grades III and IV hemorrhoids. However, over the years, several modifications have been made to the original operation to improve the outcomes. A total of 693 consecutive patients with grade III and IV hemorrhoids underwent Ferguson hemorrhoidectomy. Our results serve as a standard for comparison conventional hemorrhoidectomy (Ferguson's technique) with recent methods such as stapled hemorrhoidopexy and LigaSure hemorrhoidectomy. We have obtained a very low rate of post-operative pain after Ferguson hemorrhoidectomy (VAS pain score was 2.47 ± 1.1 after a day, 1.34 ± 0.7 after 7 days and 0.51 ± 0.1 after 2 weeks) as to for stapler and LigaSure procedure in the literature. Moreover, long-term results demonstrate high levels of patient satisfaction (the satisfaction was good in 624 patients after 2 weeks and in 658 patients after 1 year) with a low recurrence rates (7 patients had recurrence after 1 year and 21 patients after 2 years). We believe that Ferguson-closed hemorrhoidectomy could still be, at the moment, the gold standard to which other techniques are compared.
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- Marco Milone
- Department of Surgery, Orthopedic, Traumatology and Emergency, University of Naples, Naples, Italy.
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Walega P, Romaniszyn M, Kenig J, Herman R, Nowak W. Doppler-guided hemorrhoid artery ligation with Recto-Anal-Repair modification: functional evaluation and safety assessment of a new minimally invasive method of treatment of advanced hemorrhoidal disease. ScientificWorldJournal 2012; 2012:324040. [PMID: 22547979 PMCID: PMC3324335 DOI: 10.1100/2012/324040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2011] [Accepted: 11/30/2011] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Purpose: We present 12-month followup results of functional evaluation and safety assessment of a modification of hemorrhoidal artery ligation (DGHAL) called Recto-Anal-Repair (RAR) in treatment of advanced hemorrhoidal disease (HD). Methods: Patients with grade III and IV HD underwent the RAR procedure (DGHAL combined with restoration of prolapsed hemorrhoids to their anatomical position with longitudinal sutures). Each patient had rectal examination, anorectal manometry, and QoL questionnaire performed before 3 months, and 12 months after RAR procedure. Results: 20 patients completed 12-month followup. There were no major complications. 3 months after RAR, 5 cases of residual mucosal prolapse were detected (25%), while only 3 patients (15%) reported persistence of symptoms. 12 months after RAR, another 3 HD recurrences were detected, to a total of 8 patients (40%) with HD recurrence. Anal pressures after RAR were significantly lower than before (P < 0.05), and the effect was persistent 12 months after RAR. One patient (5%) reported occasional soiling 3 months after RAR. Conclusions: RAR seems to be a safe method of treatment of advanced HD with no major complications. The procedure has a significant influence on anal pressures, with no evidence of risk of fecal incontinence after the operation.
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- Piotr Walega
- 3rd Department of General Surgery, Jagiellonian University School of Medicine, Pradnicka Street 35-37, 31202 Krakow, Poland
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Aigner F, Conrad F, Haunold I, Pfeifer J, Salat A, Wunderlich M, Fortelny R, Fritsch H, Glöckler M, Hauser H, Heuberger A, Karner-Hanusch J, Kopf C, Lechner P, Riss S, Roka S, Scheyer M. [Consensus statement haemorrhoidal disease]. Wien Klin Wochenschr 2012; 124:207-19. [PMID: 22378598 DOI: 10.1007/s00508-011-0107-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2011] [Accepted: 11/07/2011] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Haemorrhoidal disease belongs to the most common benign disorders in the lower gastrointestinal tract. Treatment options comprise conservative as well as surgical therapy still being applied arbitrarily in accordance with the surgeon's expertise. The aim of this consensus statement was therefore to assess a stage-dependent approach for treatment of haemorrhoidal disease to derive evidence-based recommendations for clinical routine. The most common methods are discussed with respect of haemorrhoidal disease in extraordinary conditions like pregnancy or inflammatory bowel disease and recurrent haemorrhoids. Tailored haemorrhoidectomy is preferable for individualized treatment with regard to the shortcomings of the traditional Goligher classification in solitary or circular haemorrhoidal prolapses.
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- Felix Aigner
- Univ.-Klinik für Visceral-, Transplantations- und Thoraxchirurgie, Medizinische Universität Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.
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Sajid MS, McFall MR, Sains P, Whitehouse PA, Baig MK. Trans anal haemorrhoidal de-arterialisation versus stapled haemorrhoidopexy for the management of haemorrhoidal disease. Hippokratia 2012. [DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd009614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Muhammad S Sajid
- Department of Colorectal Surgery; Worthing Hospital; Worthing UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery; Worthing Hospital; Worthing UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery; Worthing Hospital; Worthing UK
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery; Worthing Hospital; Worthing UK
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Towliat Kashani SM, Mehrvarz S, Mousavi Naeini SM, Erfanian R. Milligan-Morgan Hemorrhoidectomy vs Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy. Trauma Mon 2012; 16:175-7. [PMID: 24749096 PMCID: PMC3989568 DOI: 10.5812/kowsar.22517464.3363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2011] [Revised: 11/10/2011] [Accepted: 11/15/2011] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The stapled hemorrhoidopexy (SH) is a procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids . At first SH seemed to be a good alternative for the Milligan Morgan (MM) hemorrhoidectomy and preliminary results in early 2000 confirmed it. However, further studies and evaluation of long-term results showed poorer outcomes. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to evaluate and compare the results of these 2 surgical procedures in terms of recovery, improvement of symptoms and incidence of complications. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study was conducted from April 2008 to August 2010. A total of 80 patients were divided into 2 groups of 40 each. In the SH group, there were 24 males (60%) and 16 females (40%) with a mean age of 48 ± 12.5 yrs. In the MM group, there were 30 males (75%) and 10 females (25%) with a mean age of 50.6 ± 17.3 yrs. Patients with grade 3 and 4 prolapsed hemorrhoids were entered in the study. Data were entered using SPSS software and analyzed using t-test and Chi-square test. RESULTS The two groups had no significant difference in terms of age or sex. Duration of surgery was 35 ± 7 minutes in the SH and 23.6 ± 13.5 minutes in the MM group. This difference was statistically significant (P = 0.000). Post-operative pain and complete pain relief was slightly lower in the MM group (not significant). Hospital stay was significantly longer in the MM group (P = 0.003). Return to work was similar in both groups. Three patients in the SH group (7.5%) and 2 in the MM group (5%) had hemorrhoid recurrence. CONCLUSIONS Both techniques are efficient treatment methods for grade III and IV hemorrhoids and are associated with greater than 95% recovery rate. Overall, outcomes are the same in both techniques. Lower postoperative pain was the only advantage of SH over MM technique.
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- Trauma Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
- Corresponding author: Shaban Mehrvarz, Trauma Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran Vanak, Square, Mollasadra Ave, Tehran, IR Iran, Tel-Fax: +98-2188033539, E-mail:
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A systematic review comparing transanal haemorrhoidal de-arterialisation to stapled haemorrhoidopexy in the management of haemorrhoidal disease. Tech Coloproctol 2011; 16:1-8. [PMID: 22183450 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-011-0796-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2011] [Accepted: 11/23/2011] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to systematically analyse the clinical trials on the effectiveness of transanal haemorrhoidal de-arterialisation (THD) and stapled haemorrhoidopexy (SH) in the management of haemorrhoidal disease (HD). METHODS Clinical trials on the effectiveness of THD and SH in the management of HD were analysed systematically using RevMan(®), and combined outcomes were expressed as risk ratio (RR) and mean difference (MD). RESULTS Three randomised, controlled trials encompassing 150 patients were analysed systematically. There were 80 THD patients and 70 SH patients. There was no significant heterogeneity (P = 0.40) among included trials. Therefore, in the fixed effects model, THD and SH were statistically equivalent in terms of treatment success rate (P = 0.19), operation time (P = 0.55), postoperative complications (P = 0.11) and recurrence (P = 0.46) of HD. THD was associated with significantly less postoperative pain (MD, -2.00; 95% CI, -2.06, -1.94; z = 63.59; P < 0.00001) compared to SH. CONCLUSIONS Both THD and SH are equally effective and can be attempted for the management of HD. However, THD is associated with significantly lesser postoperative pain and therefore may be considered a preferred procedure. This conclusion is based only on treating 150 patients by THD or SH in three moderate-quality randomised trials. A major, multicenter, randomised trial is required to validate this conclusion and investigate other variables like hospital stay, cost-effectiveness and health-related quality of life measurement.
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Ratto C, Parello A, Donisi L, Litta F, Zaccone G, Doglietto GB. Assessment of haemorrhoidal artery network using colour duplex imaging and clinical implications. Br J Surg 2011; 99:112-8. [PMID: 22021046 PMCID: PMC3266492 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.7700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/04/2011] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Background Dearterialization should reduce arterial overflow to haemorrhoids. The purpose of this study was to assess the topography of haemorrhoidal arteries. Methods Fifty patients with haemorrhoidal disease were studied. Using endorectal ultrasonography, six sectors were identified within the lower rectal circumference. Starting from the highest level (6 cm above the anorectal junction), the same procedure was repeated every 1 cm until the lowest level was reached (1 cm above the anorectal junction). Colour duplex imaging examinations identified haemorrhoidal arteries related to the rectal wall layers, and the arterial depth was calculated. Results Haemorrhoidal arteries were detected in 64·3, 66·0, 66·0, 98·3, 99·3 and 99·7 per cent of the sectors 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 cm above the anorectal junction respectively (P < 0·001). Most of the haemorrhoidal arteries were external to the rectal wall at 6 and 5 cm (97·9 and 90·9 per cent), intramuscular at 4 cm (55·0 per cent), and within the submucosa at 3, 2 and 1 cm above the anorectal junction (67·1, 96·6 and 100 per cent) (P < 0·001). The mean arterial depth decreased significantly from 8·3 mm at 6 cm to 1·9 mm at 1 cm above the anorectal junction (P < 0·001). Conclusion This study demonstrated that the vast majority of haemorrhoidal arteries lie within the rectal submucosa at the lowest 2 cm above the anorectal junction. This should therefore be the best site for performing haemorrhoidal dearterialization.
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Catholic University, Largo A. Gemelli, 8, 00168, Rome, Italy.
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De Santis G, Gola P, Lancione L, Sista F, Pietroletti R, Leardi S. Sigmoid intramural hematoma and hemoperitoneum: an early severe complication after stapled hemorrhoidopexy. Tech Coloproctol 2011; 16:315-7. [PMID: 21678070 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-011-0696-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2011] [Accepted: 05/20/2011] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Stapled hemorrhoidopexy is a widely used surgical technique for treating hemorrhoids, although severe complications have been reported. The authors report a rare case of extensive ascending intramural hematoma of the sigmoid colon complicating stapled hemorrhoidopexy, with perforation and hemoperitoneum. Diagnosis was established at CT scan and treatment consisted of drainage, suturing, and diverting colostomy. This reported case is the ninth described in the literature, but, so far, it is not known what preventive measures to use in order to avoid such a rare complication. Adoption of a correct surgical technique remains the step of utmost importance in order to prevent such a severe postoperative complication.
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- General Surgery Unit, Department of Surgical Sciences, L'Aquila University, Piazza. S.Tommasi, 1, 00167, L'Aquila, Italy
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ba-bai-ke-re MMTJA, Huang HG, Re WN, Fan K, Chu H, Ai EHT, Li-Mu MMTTEXKE, Wang YR, Wen H. How we can improve patients’ comfort after Milligan-Morgan open haemorrhoidectomy. World J Gastroenterol 2011; 17:1448-56. [PMID: 21472103 PMCID: PMC3070018 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v17.i11.1448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2010] [Revised: 12/09/2010] [Accepted: 12/16/2010] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To demonstrate the value of Diosmin (flavonidic fraction) in the management of post-haemorhoidectomic symptoms.
METHODS: Eighty-six consecutive patients with grades III and IV acute mixed hemorrhoids admitted to the Anorectal Surgical Department of First Affiliated Hospital, Xinjiang Medical University from April 2009 to April 2010, were enrolled in this study. An observer-blinded, randomized trial was conducted to compare post-haemorhoidectomic symptoms with use of Diosmin flavonidic fraction vs placebo. Eighty-six patients were randomly allocated to receive Diosmin flavonidic fraction 500 mg for 1 wk (n = 43) or placebo (n = 43). The Milligan-Morgan open haemorrhoidectomy was performed by a standardized diathermy excision method. Pain, bleeding, heaviness, pruritus, wound edema and mucosal discharge were observed after surgery. The postoperative symptoms and hospitalization time were recorded.
RESULTS: The mean age of the Diosmin group and controls was 53.2 and 51.3 years, respectively. In Diosmin group, haemorrhoid piles were of the third degree in 33 patients and the fourth degree in 10; and in the control group, 29 were of the third degree and 14 were of the fourth degree. There was no statistically significance in age, gender distribution, degree and number of excised haemorrhoid piles, and the mean duration of haemorrhoidal disease between the two groups. There was a statistically significant improvement in pain, heaviness, bleeding, pruritus from baseline to the 8th week after operation (P < 0.05). Patients taking Diosmin had a shorter hospitalization stay after surgery (P < 0.05). There was also a significant improvement on the proctoscopic appearance (P < 0.001). However, there was no statistical difference between the two groups in terms of wound mucosal discharge. Two patients experienced minor bleeding at the 8th week in Diosmin group, and underwent surgery.
CONCLUSION: Diosmin is effective in alleviating postoperational symptoms of haemorrhoids. Therefore, it should be considered for the initial treatment after haemorrhoid surgery. However, further prospective randomized trials are needed to confirm the findings of this study.
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Gentile M, De Rosa M, Carbone G, Pilone V, Mosella F, Forestieri P. LigaSure Haemorrhoidectomy versus Conventional Diathermy for IV-Degree Haemorrhoids: Is It the Treatment of Choice? A Randomized, Clinical Trial. ISRN GASTROENTEROLOGY 2010; 2011:467258. [PMID: 21991510 PMCID: PMC3168454 DOI: 10.5402/2011/467258] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2010] [Accepted: 10/07/2010] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Introduction. Milligan-Morgan haemorrhoidectomy performed with LigaSure system (LS) seems to be mainly effective where a large tissue demolition is required. This randomized study is designed to compare LigaSure haemorrohidectomy with conventional diathermy (CD) for treatment of IV-degree haemorrhoids. Methods. 52 patients with IV-degree haemorrhoids were randomized to two groups (conventional diathermy
versus LigaSure haemorrhoidectomy). They were evaluated on the basis of the following main outcomes: mean operative time, postoperative pain, day of discharge, early and late complications. The time of recovery of work was also assessed. All patients had a minimum follow-up of twelve months (range 12–24). All data were statistically evaluated. Results. 27 patients were treated by conventional diathermy, 25 by LigaSure. The mean operative time was significantly shorter in LS, such as postoperative pain, mainly lower on the third and fourth postoperative day: moreover pain disappeared earlier in LS than CD. The time off-work was shorter in LS, while there was no difference in hospital stay and overall complications rate. Conclusions. LigaSure is an effective instrument when a large tissue demolition is required. This study supports its use as treatment of choice for IV degree haemorrhoids, even if the procedure is more expansive than conventional operation.
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- Department of General, Oncological, and Videoassisted Surgery, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131 Naples, Italy
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Forrest NP, Mullerat J, Evans C, Middleton SB. Doppler-guided haemorrhoidal artery ligation with recto anal repair: a new technique for the treatment of symptomatic haemorrhoids. Int J Colorectal Dis 2010; 25:1251-6. [PMID: 20411266 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-010-0951-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/26/2010] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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PURPOSE Doppler-guided haemorrhoidal artery ligation (DGHAL) is a minimally invasive surgical technique used to treat symptomatic haemorrhoids. In 2005, the DGHAL proctoscope was redesigned to incorporate a window through which a recto anal repair (RAR) could be performed to improve the outcome in patients with significant prolapse symptoms. The aim of this study was to observe the outcome of a series of consecutive DGHAL-RAR procedures. METHOD Seventy-seven consecutive patients (49 male) underwent DGHAL-RAR for symptomatic haemorrhoids and were reviewed for a minimum of 6 months post-surgery. RESULTS Fifty-seven (74%) of patients presented with both prolapse and bleeding symptoms. The median number of DGHALs performed was six, and the median number of RARs was two. Most (96%) patients were discharged the same day. At follow-up, 11 patients complained of recurrent symptoms, five of prolapse, four of bleeding and two of pruritus. Eight patients suffered with post-operative anal fissures. The procedure is recommended by 84.4% of patients 6 weeks post-surgery. CONCLUSION DGHAL-RAR is safe, effective and well tolerated. It reduces the need for potentially dangerous excisional procedures. The RAR component is an effective addition to DGHAL in the short term for the treatment of prolapse, but longer follow-up will be required to demonstrate durability of the technique.
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