U.S., Jan. 23 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07360912) titled 'Haemorrhoidectomy With vs Without Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy' on Jan. 13.
Brief Summary: Hemorrhoids are a common anorectal condition that often require surgical treatment in advanced stages. Open hemorrhoidectomy is effective but is frequently associated with significant postoperative pain and early bleeding. Increased anal sphincter spasm after surgery is believed to be a major contributor to these complications.
This study evaluates whether adding lateral internal sphincterotomy (LIS) to conventional open hemorrhoidectomy reduces postoperative pain and bleeding. A total of 120 adult patients with Grade III or IV hemorrhoids...