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Multiple hemorrhoidal bandings in a single session

H H Lee¹, R J Spencer, R W Beart

¹Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, Arizona.

Diseases of the Colon and Rectum

|January 1, 1994

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Multiple hemorrhoidal banding in a single session is safe and cost-effective. While patients experience increased discomfort and minor symptoms, major complications are rare, making it a viable alternative.

Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Colorectal Surgery

Background:

Hemorrhoidal banding is a common treatment for hemorrhoids.
Evaluating the safety and efficacy of multiple bandings per session is crucial for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the risks associated with performing multiple hemorrhoidal bandings during a single session.
To compare the outcomes of single versus multiple banding sessions.

Main Methods:

Retrospective review of patient data.
Analysis of patients undergoing hemorrhoidal banding between July 1989 and August 1992.

Main Results:

Multiple banding patients reported greater discomfort and pain (29% vs. 4.5%), manageable with oral analgesia.
Increased incidence of vasovagal symptoms (5.2%), local swelling (2.6%), and urinary hesitancy (12.3%) in the multiple-banding group.

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No major complications like massive bleeding or sepsis were observed.

Conclusions:

Multiple hemorrhoidal banding in a single session is generally well-tolerated with low complication rates.
This approach offers a safe and cost-effective alternative for hemorrhoid treatment.