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Comparison Between the Ligation and Hemorrhoidopexy Technique and the Conventional Ligation of Hemorrhoidal Arteries Using Ultrasound: a Prospective, Randomized Controlled Study
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Ligation and Hemorrhoidopexy and Ultrasound Guided Ligation of Hemorrhoidal Arteries for Hemorrhoids. Completed, enrolled 60 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare two techniques for treating hemorrhoids, the ligation and hemorrhoidopexy technique and the conventional ligation of hemorrhoidal arteries using ultrasound, in patients with non-complicated hemorrhoids.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Identification through palpation and ligation of the hemorrhoidal nodules (3rd, 7th, 11th hour), using an absorbable polyglycolic acid suture (2-0, 5/8 inch needle). Prior to operation, the patients will be submitted to pudendal nerve block.
Ultrasound guided identification and ligation of the hemorrhoidal arteries, using an absorbable polyglycolic acid suture (2-0, 5/8 inch needle). Prior to operation, the patients will be submitted to spinal anesthesia.