Hemorrhoidectomy Flashcards
1
Q
Define:
A
Surgical removal of haemorrhoids
Can be open, closed, stapled or rubber band ligation
small incisions are made around the haemorrhoid to remove it
2
Q
Indications:
A
Severe haemorrhoids
Grade 3/4
Mixed internal and external
Strangulated
Thrombosed
3
Q
Complications:
A
bleeding
Faecal incontinence
Urinary retention
UTI’s
infections
pain
anal stricture
