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Surgical Closure of Equine Abdomen, Prevention, and Management of Incisional Complications
Published on: May 10, 2024
[Fatal complication of haemorrhoidal banding]
Jacob Poulsen1, Alexandra Vejlby, Morten Lind
1Gastroenheden, Hvidovre Hospital, Kettegård Allé 30, 2650 Hvidovre. jkvistp@gmail.com.
Abstract:
Rubber band ligation (RBL) is a common procedure for treating haemorrhoids. We present a case of a previously healthy young man admitted with symptoms of pain, urinary difficulties and perineal oedema seven days after having had a RBL. The initial examination was unremarkable and the patient was discharged. Twelve hours later he was readmitted due to continued pain, but despite surgery and aggressive intensive treatment the patient deteriorated rapidly and eventually succumbed to fulminant pelvic sepsis. Sepsis is a rare but severe complication after haemorrhoid treatment.
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