Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy Index
Stapled hemorrhoidectomy a surgical procedure for treating hemorrhoids. Stapled hemorrhoidectomy is designed primarily to treat internal hemorrhoids, however, external hemorrhoids may be reduced as well if they are present. The procedure is faster than a traditional hemorrhoidectomy and is generally associated with less pain. Risk of the procedure include bleeding, infection, anal fissuring, anal or rectal wall narrowing due to scaring.
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Picture of Hemorrhoid
A dilated (enlarged) vein in the walls of the anus and sometimes around the rectum, usually caused by untreated constipation but...learn more »
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Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoid is an enlarged vein in the walls of the anus and sometimes around the
rectum, usually caused by untreated...learn more »
In This Article
Hemorrhoids Article
- Hemorrhoid facts
- What are hemorrhoids?
- What causes hemorrhoids?
- What are the symptoms of hemorrhoids?
- How are hemorrhoids diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for hemorrhoids?
- Diet
- Over-the-counter medications for hemorrhoids
- Nonoperative procedures for internal hemorrhoids
- Surgery
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Anal Itching
Anal itching is the irritation of the skin at the exit of the rectum, known as the anus, accompanied by the desire to scratch. ...learn more »
In This Article
Anal Itching Article
- What is anal itching?
- What causes anal itching?
- How is anal itching treated?
- Local anesthetics
- Vasoconstrictors
- Protectants
- Astringents
- Antiseptics
- Keratolytics
- Analgesics
- Corticosteroids
- What if anal itching persists?
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In This Article
Rectal Bleeding (Blood in Stool, Hematochezia) Article
- Rectal bleeding (blood in stool) facts
- What does rectal bleeding (blood in stool) mean?
- What are the causes of blood in the stool (rectal bleeding)?
- What diseases and conditions can cause blood in the stool (rectal
bleeding)?
- Anal fissure
- Hemorrhoids
- Diverticulosis
- Colon cancer and polyps
- Polypectomy
- Angiodysplasias
- Colitis and proctitis
- Meckel's diverticulum
- Rare causes of rectal bleeding
- How is the cause and site of rectal bleeding determined?
- History and physical examination
- Anoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Radionuclide scans
- Visceral angiogram
- Video capsule and small intestine enteroscopy
- MRI and CT tomographic angiography
- Nasogastric tube aspiration
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Blood tests
- How is rectal bleeding treated?
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Anal Fissure
An anal fissure is a small tear or cut in the skin lining of the anus. Pain and/or rectal bleeding during bowel movements are...learn more »
In This Article
Anal Fissure Article
- What are anal fissures?
- What causes anal fissures?
- What are the symptoms of anal fissures?
- How are anal fissures diagnosed and evaluated?
- How are anal fissures treated?
- Anal Fissures At A Glance
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