This topic will help you learn about surgical hemorrhoidectomy and how to prepare for it

What Is Surgical Hemorrhoidectomy?

Hemorrhoidectomy is a medical procedure in which lumps inside and around the anus are removed. It's also important to follow post-surgery guidelines, such as using a sitz bath and avoiding constipation triggers, to ensure a quick recovery.

Types of Hemorrhoid Surgery:

Hemorrhoidectomy

Hemorrhoid Stapling

Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation

When Is Surgical Hemorrhoidectomy Performed?

In some cases, other non-surgical interventions might be attempted, including:

Rubber Band Ligation

Sclerotherapy (injection of a substance that helps harden the veins, causing hemorrhoids)

Electrotherapy

Infrared Coagulation

When these methods do not succeed, surgical intervention becomes necessary.

Surgical hemorrhoidectomy is also performed in the following cases:

If the hemorrhoids are large, and might lead to complications.

If there are thrombosed hemorrhoids that require emergency surgical removal.

The presence of other diseases in the rectum and anus that require surgical intervention, such as a fistula.

How To Prepare for Surgical Hemorrhoidectomy?

Hemorrhoidectomy is a simple procedure that does not require extensive preparations. However, you may be asked to follow a clear liquid diet a few hours before the surgery or be given some medications and enemas to clear your bowels if necessary.

Before the surgery:

Your healthcare provider will explain the procedure, and you can ask questions.

You will be asked to sign a consent form giving permission to perform the procedure. Read the form carefully and ask questions if anything is unclear.

You will be asked when you last ate or drank anything. If general anesthesia is required, you will be advised not to eat or drink for 8 hours before the procedure.

Inform your healthcare provider if you have any allergies to medication or anesthesia.

Inform your healthcare provider of all medications (prescribed and over-the-counter), vitamins, herbs, and supplements you are taking.

Inform your healthcare provider if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking any blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants), aspirin, or other drugs affecting blood clotting. You may be requested to stop these medications before the procedure.

You may be given medication to reduce acid in your stomach. This also helps dry up secretions in your mouth and airways.

Follow any other instructions provided by your doctor to prepare.