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[Cryotherapy for haemorrhoids (author's transl)].

V Wienert

    Medizinische Klinik
    |March 17, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Cryotherapy offers a satisfactory outcome for 90% of patients undergoing hemorrhoid treatment. While effective, 14% experienced severe post-procedure pain, with limited long-term data due to the novelty of cryosurgery.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Science
    • Surgical Techniques

    Context:

    • Analysis of 1737 patient case reports on cryotherapy for hemorrhoids.
    • Evaluation of a relatively new surgical intervention.

    Purpose:

    • To describe the technique, indications, contraindications, complications, and results of cryotherapy for hemorrhoids.
    • To assess the efficacy and immediate side effects of cryotherapy.

    Summary:

    • Cryotherapy yielded satisfactory results in 90% of 1737 analyzed patients.
    • Severe pain occurred in 14% of patients immediately post-therapy.
    • The treatment of hemorrhoids by cryosurgery is novel, limiting follow-up data.

    Impact:

    • Provides insights into the immediate efficacy and complications of hemorrhoid cryotherapy.
    • Highlights the need for further research and long-term follow-up studies.