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Open haemorrhoidectomy revisited.

A F Uba1, C H Ihezue, P O Obekpa

  • 1Department of Surgery, Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos, Nigeria.

Nigerian Journal of Medicine : Journal of the National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria
|January 25, 2002
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Open haemorrhoidectomy, despite criticisms, shows a mean wound healing rate of 5 weeks and remains a safe surgical option. This study re-appraises its effectiveness for hemorrhoid treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Surgical Outcomes
  • Hemorrhoid Treatment

Background:

  • Open haemorrhoidectomy faces criticism for slow wound healing, pain, and prolonged recovery.
  • This has prompted interest in alternative hemorrhoidectomy techniques.
  • Re-evaluation of open hemorrhoidectomy's drawbacks is necessary for informed clinical decisions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To prospectively assess wound healing and complication rates of open hemorrhoidectomy.
  • To re-appraise the criticisms against open hemorrhoidectomy.
  • To provide a rational conclusion and recommendation regarding the technique.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective assessment of 39 consecutive patients undergoing open hemorrhoidectomy for 2nd and 3rd degree hemorrhoids.
  • Data collected on wound healing rate and complication rate.

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  • Analysis of patient demographics, hospital stay, pain, and urinary retention.

    • Main Results:

    • Average hospital stay was 3 days.
    • Common complications included post-operative pain and acute urinary retention.
    • Mean wound healing rate was 5 weeks, with a peak incidence at the 5th post-operative week.

    Conclusions:

    • Open haemorrhoidectomy is a safe and simple surgical technique.
    • It should not be entirely replaced by newer methods.
    • The study supports the continued use of open hemorrhoidectomy in appropriate cases.