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Hemorrhoids and fissure in ano. Chong PS, Bartolo DC. Gastroenterol Clin North Am. 2008 Sep;37(3):627-44, ix.

Two-center experience in the treatment of hemorrhoidal disease using Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation: functional results after 1-year follow-up. Wałega P, Scheyer M, Kenig J, Herman RM, Arnold S, Nowak M, Cegielny T.

Telephone follow-up following office anorectal surgery. Fallaize RC, Tinline-Purvis C, Dixon AR, Pullyblank AM. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2008 Sep;90(6):464-6.

Videoanoscopy: useful technique in the evaluation of hemorrhoids. Harish K, Harikumar R, Sunilkumar K, Thomas V. J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2008 Aug;23(8 Pt 2):e312-7.

Gaj F, Trecca A, Crispino P. [Should surgical thread influence the outcome of haemorrhoidectomy with the transfixed stitch technique?] Chir Ital. 2008 Mar-Apr;60(2):291-5. Italian.

Khosrovaninéjad C, Marchal P, Daligaux S, Blaustein M, Martane G, Bodiou Ch. [Submucosal hemorrhoidectomy Parks technique: prospective study of 327 patients.] J Chir (Paris). 2008 Jan-Feb;145(1):37-41. French.

Knight JS, Senapati A, Lamparelli MJ. National UK audit of procedure for prolapsing haemorrhoids on behalf of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland. Colorectal Dis. 2008 Jun;10(5):440-5.

Stolfi VM, Sileri P, Micossi C, Carbonaro I, Venza M, Gentileschi P, Rossi P, Falchetti A, Gaspari A. Treatment of Hemorrhoids in Day Surgery: Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy vs Milligan-Morgan Hemorrhoidectomy. J Gastrointest Surg. 2008 May;12(5):795-801.

Bona S, Battafarano F, Fumagalli Romario U, Zago M, Rosati R. Stapled Anopexy: Postoperative Course and Functional Outcome in 400 Patients. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Feb 26.

Gerjy R, Lindhoff-Larson A, Nyström PO. Grade of prolapse and symptoms of haemorrhoids are poorly correlated: result of a classification algorithm in 270 patients. Colorectal Dis. 2008 Feb 21.

Yuksel BC, Armagan H, Berkem H, Yildiz Y, Ozel H, Hengirmen S. Conservative management of hemorrhoids: a comparison of venotonic flavonoid micronized purified flavonoid fraction (MPFF) and sclerotherapy. Surg Today. 2008;38(2):123-9.

Altomare DF, Milito G, Andreoli R, Arcanà F, Tricomi N, Salafia C, Segre D, Pecorella G, Pulvirenti d'Urso A, Cracco N, Giovanardi G, Romano G; on behalf of the Ligasure™ for Hemorrhoids Study Group. Ligasuretrade mark Precise vs. Conventional Diathermy for Milligan-Morgan Hemorrhoidectomy: A Prospective, Randomized, Multicenter Trial. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 May;51(5):514-519.

Faucheron JL, Gangner Y. Doppler-Guided Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation for the Treatment of Symptomatic Hemorrhoids: Early and Three-Year Follow-up Results in 100 Consecutive Patients. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Jan 25.

Wang LT, Wu CC, Hsiao CW, Feng CC, Jao SW. A modified ferguson hemorrhoidectomy for circumferential prolapsed hemorrhoids with skin tags. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Apr;51(4):456-61.

Raahave D, Jepsen LV, Pedersen IK. Primary and repeated stapled hemorrhoidopexy for prolapsing hemorrhoids: follow-up to five years. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Mar;51(3):334-41.

Boccasanta P, Venturi M, Calabro G, Maciocco M, Roviaro GC. Stapled transanal rectal resection in solitary rectal ulcer associated with prolapse of the rectum: a prospective study. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Mar;51(3):348-54.

Shao WJ, Li GC, Zhang ZH, Yang BL, Sun GD, Chen YQ. Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials comparing stapled haemorrhoidopexy with conventional haemorrhoidectomy. Br J Surg. 2008 Feb;95(2):147-60. Review.

Ala S, Saeedi M, Eshghi F, Mirzabeygi P. Topical metronidazole can reduce pain after surgery and pain on defecation in postoperative hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Feb;51(2):235-8.

Shiau JM, Su HP, Chen HS, Hung KC, Lin SE, Tseng CC. Use of a topical anesthetic cream (EMLA) to reduce pain after hemorrhoidectomy. Reg Anesth Pain Med. 2008 Jan-Feb;33(1):30-5.

Gupta PJ, Heda PS, Kalaskar S, Tamaskar VP. Topical sucralfate decreases pain after hemorrhoidectomy and improves healing: a randomized, blinded, controlled study. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Feb;51(2):231-4.

Chen CW, Kang JC, Wu CC, Hsiao CW, Jao SW. Modified Longo's stapled hemorrhoidopexy with additional traction sutures for the treatment of residual prolapsed piles. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2008 Mar;23(3):237-41.

Berczi V, Gopalan D, Cleveland TJ. Embolization of a hemorrhoid following 18 hours of life-threatening bleeding. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2008 Jan-Feb;31(1):183-5.

Paikos D, Gatopoulou A, Moschos J, Koulaouzidis A, Bhat S, Tzilves D, Soufleris K, Tragiannidis D, Katsos I, Tarpagos A. Banding hemorrhoids using the O'Regan disposable bander. Single center experience. J Gastrointestin Liver Dis. 2007 Jun;16(2):163-5.

Candela G, Varriale S, Di Libero L, Manetta F, Maschio A, Giordano M, Pizza A, Sciascia V, Napolitano S, Santini L.  The gold standard in the treatment of haemorrhoidal disease. Milligan-Mor-gan haemorrhoidectomy vs Longo mucoprolapsectomy: comparing techniques. Minerva Chir. 2007 Jun;62(3):151-159.

Ho YH, Buettner PG.  Open compared with closed haemorrhoidectomy: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Tech Coloproctol. 2007 Jun;11(2):135-43.

Zacharakis E, Kanellos D, Pramateftakis MG, Kanellos I, Angelopoulos S, Mantzoros I, Betsis D.  Long-term results after stapled haemorrhoidopexy for fourth-degree haemorrhoids: a prospective study with median follow-up of 6 years.
Tech Coloproctol. 2007 Jun;11(2):144-7;

Tjandra JJ, Tan JJ, Lim JF, Murray-Green C, Kennedy ML, Lubowski DZ.  Rectogesic (glyceryl trinitrate 0.2%) ointment relieves symptoms of haemorrhoids associated with high resting anal canal pressures. Colorectal Dis. 2007 Jun;9(5):457-63.

Martinsons A, Narbuts Z, Brunenieks I, Pavars M, Lebedkovs S, Gardovskis J.  A comparison of quality of life and postoperative results from combined PPH and conventional haemorrhoidectomy in different cases of haemorrhoidal disease.
Colorectal Dis. 2007 Jun;9(5):423-9.

Magrill D, Sekaran P.  Maimonides: an early but accurate view on the treatment of haemorrhoids. Postgrad Med J. 2007 May;83(979):352-4.

Ohana G, Myslovaty B, Ariche A, Dreznik Z, Koren R, Rath-Wolfson L.  Mid-term Results of Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy for Third- and Fourth-degree Hemorrhoids-Correlation with the Histological Features of the Resected Tissue. World J Surg. 2007 Jun;31(6):1338-44.

Slawik S, Kenefick N, Greenslade GL, Dixon AR.  A prospective evaluation of stapled haemorrhoidopexy/rectal mucosectomy in the management of 3rd and 4th degree haemorrhoids.
Colorectal Dis. 2007 May;9(4):352-6.  

McCloud JM, Doucas H, Scott AD, Jameson JS.  Delayed presentation of life-threatening perineal sepsis following stapled haemorrhoidectomy: a case report. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2007 Apr;89(3):301-2.

Tjandra JJ, Chan MK.  Systematic review on the procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids (stapled hemorrhoidopexy). Dis Colon Rectum. 2007 Jun;50(6):878-92.

Kekez T, Bulic K, Smudj D, Majerovic M. Is stapled hemorrhoidopexy safe for the male homosexual patient? Report of a case. Surg Today. 2007;37(4):335-7.

Tjandra JJ, Chan MK.  Systematic Review on the Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids (Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy).
Dis Colon Rectum. 2007 Mar 12;

Chauhan A, Thomas S, Bishnoi PK, Hadke NS. Randomized controlled trial to assess the role of raised anal pressures in the pathogenesis of symptomatic early hemorrhoids.
Dig Surg. 2007;24(1):28-32.

Pescatori M, Aigner F. Stapled transanal rectal mucosectomy ten years after. Tech Coloproctol. 2007 Mar;11(1):1-6.

Zaragoza C, Garcia Fadrique A, Castano S, Villalba R, Bruna Esteban M, Redondo Cano C. [Results of Longo's stapled hemorrhoidectomy in ambulatory surgery for grade III-IV hemorrhoids] Cir Esp. 2007 Mar;81(3):130-3. Spanish.  

Blouhos K, Vasiliadis K, Tsalis K, Botsios D, Vrakas X. Uncontrollable intra-abdominal bleeding necessitating low anterior resection of the rectum after stapled hemorrhoidopexy: report of a case.Surg Today. 2007;37(3):254-7.

Lomanto D, Katara AN. Stapled haemorrhoidopexy for prolapsed haemorrhoids: short- and long-term experience. Asian J Surg. 2007 Jan;30(1):29-33.

Berczi V, Gopalan D, Cleveland TJ. Embolization of a Hemorrhoid Following 18 Hours of Life-Threatening Bleeding. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2007 Feb 26;

Huang WS, Lin PY, Chin CC, Yeh CH, Hsieh CC, Chang TS, Wang JY. Stapled hemorrhoidopexy for prolapsed hemorrhoids in patients with liver cirrhosis; a preliminary outcome for 8-case experience. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2007 Mar 2;

Williams R, Kondylis L, Geisler D, Kondylis P. Stapled hemorrhoidopexy height as outcome indicator. Am J Surg. 2007 Mar;193(3):336-9; discussion 339-40.  

Cazemier M, Felt-Bersma RJ, Cuesta MA, Mulder CJ. Elastic band ligation of hemorrhoids: flexible gastroscope or rigid proctoscope? World J Gastroenterol. 2007 Jan 28;13(4):585-7.

Bozdag AD, Nazli O, Tansug T, Derici H, Deniz V. Special Anoscope for Easy Purse-string Suture Application in Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy. World J Surg. 2007 Mar;31(3):538-41.

Fueglistaler P, Guenin MO, Montali I, Kern B, Peterli R, von Flue M, Ackermann C. Long-term results after stapled hemorrhoidopexy: high patient satisfaction despite frequent postoperative symptoms.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2007 Feb;50(2):204-12.

Boccasanta P, Venturi M, Roviaro G. Stapled transanal rectal resection versus stapled anopexy in the cure of hemorrhoids associated with rectal prolapse. A randomized controlled trial. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2007 Mar;22(3):245-51.

Patti R, Almasio PL, Arcara M, Sparacello M, Termine S, Bonventre S, Di Vita G. Long-term manometric study of anal sphincter function after hemorrhoidectomy. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2007 Mar;22(3):253-7.

Angelone G, Giardiello C, Prota C. Stapled haemorrhoidopexy. Complications and 2-year follow-up. Chir Ital. 2006 Nov-Dec;58(6):753-60.

Fueglistaler P, Guenin MO, Montali I, Kern B, Peterli R, von Flue M, Ackermann C. Long-Term Results After Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy: High Patient Satisfaction Despite Frequent Postoperative Symptoms. Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Dec 18;

Huang WS, Chin CC, Yeh CH, Lin PY, Wang JY. Randomized comparison between stapled hemorrhoidopexy and Ferguson hemorrhoidectomy for grade III hemorrhoids in Taiwan: a prospective study. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2006 Dec 14;

Touzin E, Hegge S, McKinley C. Early experience of stapled hemorrhoidectomy in a community hospital setting.
Can J Surg. 2006 Oct;49(5):316-20.

Haveran LA, Sturrock PR, Sun MY, McDade J, Singla S, Paterson CA, Counihan TC. Simple harmonic scalpel hemorrhoidectomy utilizing local anesthesia combined with intravenous sedation: a safe and rapid alternative to conventional hemorrhoidectomy.
Int J Colorectal Dis. 2006 Nov 22;

Tan KY, Sng KK, Tay KH, Lai JH, Eu KW. Randomized clinical trial of 0.2 per cent glyceryl trinitrate ointment for wound healing and pain reduction after open diathermy haemorrhoidectomy.
Br J Surg. 2006 Dec;93(12):1464-8.

Marques CF, Nahas SC, Nahas CS, Sobrado CW Jr, Habr-Gama A, Kiss DR. Early results of the treatment of internal hemorrhoid disease by infrared coagulation and elastic banding: a prospective randomized cross-over trial.
Tech Coloproctol. 2006 Dec;10(4):312-7.

Pigot F, Dao-Quang M, Castinel A, Juguet F, Bouchard D, Bockle J, Allaert FA. Low hemorrhoidopexy staple line does not improve results and increases risk for incontinence.
Tech Coloproctol. 2006 Dec;10(4):329-33.

Chik B, Law WL, Choi HK. Urinary retention after haemorrhoidectomy: Impact of stapled haemorrhoidectomy.
Asian J Surg. 2006 Oct;29(4):233-7.

Gupta PJ. Radioablation and suture fixation of advance grades of hemorrhoids. An effective alternative to staplers and Doppler guided ligation of hemorrhoids.
Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2006 Nov;98(10):740-746.

Fondran JC, Porter JA, Slezak FA. Inflammatory polyps: a cause of late bleeding in stapled hemorrhoidectomy.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Dec;49(12):1910-3.

Gerjy R, Derwinger K, Nystrom PO. Perianal local block for stapled anopexy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Dec;49(12):1914-21.

Ono T, Nakagawa H, Fukunari A, Hashimoto T, Komatsu H. Hemostatic action of OC-108, a novel agent for hemorrhoids, is associated with regional blood flow arrest induced by acute inflammation. J Pharmacol Sci. 2006 Nov;102(3):314-20.

Jayaraman S, Colquhoun PH, Malthaner RA. Stapled versus conventional surgery for hemorrhoids. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006 Oct 18;(4):CD005393.

Plocek MD, Kondylis LA, Duhan-Floyd N, Reilly JC, Geisler DP, Kondylis PD. Hemorrhoidopexy staple line height predicts return to work. Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Dec;49(12):1905-9.

Pescatori M, Spyrou M, Cobellis L, Bottini C, Tessera G. The rectal pocket syndrome after stapled mucosectomy. Colorectal Dis. 2006 Nov;8(9):808-11.

McCloud JM, Jameson JS, Scott AN. Life-threatening sepsis following treatment for haemorrhoids: a systematic review.
Colorectal Dis. 2006 Nov;8(9):748-55. Review.

Boccasanta P, Venturi M, Roviaro G. Stapled transanal rectal resection versus stapled anopexy in the cure of hemorrhoids associated with rectal prolapse. A randomized controlled trial.
Int J Colorectal Dis. 2007 Mar;22(3):245-51.

Al-Mulhim AS, Ali AM, Al-Masuod N, Alwahidi A. Post hemorrhoidectomy pain. A randomized controlled trial.
Saudi Med J. 2006 Oct;27(10):1538-41.

Patti R, Almasio PL, Arcara M, Sammartano S, Romano P, Fede C, Di Vita G. Botulinum toxin vs. topical glyceryl trinitrate ointment for pain control in patients undergoing hemorrhoidectomy: a randomized trial. Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Nov;49(11):1741-8.

Ho KS, Ho YH. Prospective randomized trial comparing stapled hemorrhoidopexy versus closed Ferguson hemorrhoidectomy.
Tech Coloproctol. 2006 Oct;10(3):193-7.

Johannsson HO, Pahlman L, Graf W. Randomized clinical trial of the effects on anal function of Milligan-Morgan versus Ferguson haemorrhoidectomy. Br J Surg. 2006 Oct;93(10):1208-14.

Halberg M, Raahave D.  [Perirectal, retroperitoneal, intraperitoneal and mediastinal gas after stapled haemorrhoidopexy.] Ugeskr Laeger. 2006 Sep 11;168(37):3139-40.

Patti R, Luigi AP, Matteo A, Sergio S, Pietro R, Calogero F, Di Gaetano V. Botulinum Toxin vs. Topical Glyceryl Trinitrate Ointment for Pain Control in Patients Undergoing Hemorrhoidectomy: A Randomized Trial.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Sep 25;

Ho KS, Ho YH. Prospective randomized trial comparing stapled hemorrhoidopexy versus closed Ferguson hemorrhoidectomy.
Tech Coloproctol. 2006 Oct;10(3):193-7.

Anghelacopoulos SE, Tagarakis GI, Pilpilidis I, Kartsounis C, Chryssafis G. Albumin-glutaraldehyde bioadhesive ("Bioglue") for prevention of postoperative complications after stapled hemorrhoidopexy: A randomized controlled trial.
Wien Klin Wochenschr. 2006 Aug;118(15-16):469-72.

Kim JC. Analysis of surgical treatments for circumferentially protruding haemorrhoids: complete excision with repair using flaps versus primary excision with secondary suture-ligation.
Asian J Surg. 2006 Jul;29(3):128-34.

Patti R, Almasio PL, Arcara M, Sparacello M, Termine S, Bonventre S, Di Vita G. Long-term manometric study of anal sphincter function after hemorrhoidectomy.
Int J Colorectal Dis. 2006 Jul 22;

Aigner F, Bodner G, Gruber H, Conrad F, Fritsch H, Margreiter R, Bonatti H. The vascular nature of hemorrhoids.
J Gastrointest Surg. 2006 Jul-Aug;10(7):1044-50.

Arroyo A, Perez-Vicente F, Miranda E, Sanchez A, Serrano P, Candela F, Oliver I, Calpena R. Prospective randomized clinical trial comparing two different circular staplers for mucosectomy in the treatment of hemorrhoids.
World J Surg. 2006 Jul;30(7):1305-10.

Alonso-Coello P, Zhou Q, Martinez-Zapata MJ, Mills E, Heels-Ansdell D, Johanson JF, Guyatt G. Meta-analysis of flavonoids for the treatment of haemorrhoids. Br J Surg. 2006 Aug;93(8):909-20.

Kecmanovic DM, Pavlov MJ, Ceranic MS, Kerkez MD, Rankovic VI, Masirevic VP. Bulk agent Plantago ovata after Milligan-Morgan hemorrhoidectomy with Ligasure. Phytother Res. 2006 Aug;20(8):655-8.

Altomare DF, Rinaldi M, La Torre F, Scardigno D, Roveran A, Canuti S, Morea G, Spazzafumo L. Red hot chili pepper and hemorrhoids: the explosion of a myth: results of a prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled, crossover trial.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Jul;49(7):1018-23.

Benzoni E, Milan E, Cerato F, Narisetti P, Bresadola V, Terrosu G. Second degree haemorrhoids: patient's satisfaction, immediate and long-term results of rubber band ligation treatment. Minerva Chir. 2006 Apr;61(2):119-24.  

Jiang ZM, Cao JD. The impact of micronized purified flavonoid fraction on the treatment of acute haemorrhoidal episodes.
Curr Med Res Opin. 2006 Jun;22(6):1141-7.  

Rashid MM, Murtaza B, Gondal ZI, Mehmood A, Shah SS, Abbasi MH, Tamimy MS, Kazmi ST. Injection sclerotherapy for haemorrhoids causing adult respiratory distress syndrome.
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2006 May;16(5):373-5.  

Yamamoto J, Nagai M, Smith TB, Tamaki S, Kubota T, Sasaki K, Ohmori T, Maeda K. Adaptation of the pursestring suture anoscope with a small hole in a case of stapled hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Jun;49(6):925-6.

Alonso-Coello P, Zhou Q, Martinez-Zapata MJ, Mills E, Heels-Ansdell D, Johanson JF, Guyatt G. Meta-analysis of flavonoids for the treatment of haemorrhoids. Br J Surg. 2006 May 31;  

Situ GW, DU HS. Effect of the width of excisional mucosa stoma ring on postoperative results of procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids method Zhonghua Wei Chang Wai Ke Za Zhi. 2006 May;9(3):244-6. Chinese.  

Chen CW, Zhan XB, Niu LJ, Zhang WH, Tao YL, Zhao F, Zhang TL, Lu JQ. Comparison of efficacy between procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids and open hemorrhoidectomy Zhonghua Wei Chang Wai Ke Za Zhi. 2006 May;9(3):241-3. Chinese.  

Watson NF, Liptrott S, Maxwell-Armstrong CA. A prospective audit of early pain and patient satisfaction following out-patient band ligation of haemorrhoids. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2006 May;88(3):275-9. 

Pattana-Arun J, Sooriprasoet N, Sahakijrungruang C, Tantiphlachiva K, Rojanasakul A. Closed vs ligasure hemorrhoidectomy: a prospective, randomized clinical trial.
J Med Assoc Thai. 2006 Apr;89(4):453-8.  

Roxas MF, Delima MG. Randomized controlled trial to determine the effectiveness of the Nivatvongs technique versus conventional local anaesthetic infiltration for outpatient haemorrhoidectomy.
Asian J Surg. 2006 Apr;29(2):70-3.   

Pigot F, Dao Quang M, Castinel A, Juguet F, Bouchard D, Allaert FA, Bockle J. Postoperative pain and long-term results after hemorrhoidal treatment with anopexy Ann Chir. 2006 Apr;131(4):262-7. Epub 2006 Jan 26. French. 

Chan MK, Tjandra JJ. Injectable silicone biomaterial (PTQ) to treat fecal incontinence after hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Apr;49(4):433-9. 

Greenberg R, Karin E, Avital S, Skornick Y, Werbin N. First 100 cases with Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Apr;49(4):485-9.

Wang ZJ, Tang XY, Wang D, Zhao B, Han W, Yang XQ, Huang YT [The pathological characters and its clinical significance of internal hemorrhoids.] Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi. 2006 Feb;44(3):177-180. Chinese.

Lim YK, Eu KW, Ho KS, Ooi BS, Tang CL. PPH03 stapled hemorrhoidopexy: our experience. Tech Coloproctol. 2006 Mar;10(1):43-6. 

Kanellos I, Zacharakis E, Kanellos D, Pramateftakis MG, Tsachalis T, Betsis D. Long-term results after stapled haemorrhoidopexy for third-degree haemorrhoids. Tech Coloproctol. 2006 Mar;10(1):47-9.

Beattie GC, McAdam TK, McIntosh SA, Loudon MA. Day case stapled haemorrhoidopexy for prolapsing haemorrhoids. Colorectal Dis. 2006 Jan;8(1):56-61.

Allan A, Samad AJ, Mellon A, Marshall T. Prospective randomised study of urgent haemorrhoidectomy compared with non-operative treatment in the management of prolapsed thrombosed internal haemorrhoids. Colorectal Dis. 2006 Jan;8(1):41-5.

Pigot F, Dao Quang M, Castinel A, Juguet F, Bouchard D, Allaert FA, Bockle J.  [Postoperative pain and long-term results after hemorrhoidal treatment with anopexy.] Ann Chir. 2006 Jan 26;

Wang JY, Lu CY, Tsai HL, Chen FM, Huang CJ, Huang YS, Huang TJ, Hsieh JS. Randomized controlled trial of LigaSure with submucosal dissection versus ferguson hemorrhoidectomy for prolapsed hemorrhoids. World J Surg. 2006 Mar;30(3):462-6.

Longman RJ, Thomson WH. A prospective study of outcome from rubber band ligation of piles. Colorectal Dis. 2006 Feb;8(2):145-8.  

Finco C, Sarzo G, Savastano S, Degregori S, Merigliano S. Stapled haemorrhoidopexy in fourth degree haemorrhoidal prolapse: is it worthwhile? Colorectal Dis. 2006 Feb;8(2):130-4.

Alonso-Coello P, Mills E, Heels-Ansdell D, Lopez-Yarto M, Zhou Q, Johanson JF, Guyatt G. Fiber for the treatment of hemorrhoids complications: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol. 2006 Jan;101(1):181-8.  

Scheyer M, Antonietti E, Rollinger G, Mall H, Arnold S. Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation. Am J Surg. 2006 Jan;191(1):89-93.

Gupta PJ, Heda PS, Kalaskar S. Radiofrequency ablation and plication--a new technique for prolapsing hemorrhoidal disease. Curr Surg. 2006 Jan-Feb;63(1):44-50.

Ng KH, Ho KS, Ooi BS, Tang CL, Eu KW. Experience of 3711 stapled haemorrhoidectomy operations. Br J Surg. 2006 Feb;93(2):226-30.

Hoffman GH. Stapled hemorrhoidopexy: a new device and method of performance without using a pursestring suture. Dis Colon Rectum. 2006 Jan;49(1):135-40;

Lan P, Wu X, Zhou X, Wang J, Zhang L. The safety and efficacy of stapled hemorrhoidectomy in the treatment of hemorrhoids: a systematic review and meta-analysis of ten randomized control trials. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2006 Mar;21(2):172-178. 

Jongen J, Bock JU, Peleikis HG, Eberstein A, Pfister K. Complications and reoperations in stapled anopexy: learning by doing. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2006 Mar;21(2):166-171.

Perez-Vicente F, Arroyo A, Serrano P, Candela F, Sanchez A, Calpena R. Prospective randomised clinical trial of single versus double purse-string stapled mucosectomy in the treatment of prolapsed haemorrhoids.Int J Colorectal Dis. 2006 Jan;21(1):38-43.

Takano M, Iwadare J, Ohba H, Takamura H, Masuda Y, Matsuo K, Kanai T, Ieda H, Hattori Y, Kurata S, Koganezawa S, Hamano K, Tsuchiya S. Sclerosing therapy of internal hemorrhoids with a novel sclerosing agent Comparison with ligation and excision.
Int J Colorectal Dis. 2006 Jan;21(1):44-51.

Situ GW, DU HS.  [Analysis of the relationship between stoma position and postoperative effects of procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids in the treatment of hemorrhoids.] Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi. 2005 Dec;43(23):1506-7. Chinese. 

Patti R, Almasio PL, Muggeo VM, Buscemi S, Arcara M, Matranga S, Di Vita G. Improvement of wound healing after hemorrhoidectomy: a double-blind, randomized study of botulinum toxin injection. Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Dec;48(12):2173-9. 

Rosa G, Lolli P, Piccinelli D, Vicenzi L, Ballarin A, Bonomo S, Mazzola F. Submucosal reconstructive hemorrhoidectomy (Parks' operation): a 20-year experience. Tech Coloproctol. 2005 Dec;9(3):209-14; discussion 214-5. 

Bozdag AD. A modified anoscope to facilitate the purse-string suture for stapled hemorrhoidopexy. Tech Coloproctol. 2005 Dec;9(3):239-42. 

Regadas FS, Regadas SM, Rodrigues LV, Misici R, Tramujas I, Barreto JB, Lins MA, Silva FR, Filho FS. New devices for stapled rectal mucosectomy: a multicenter experience. Tech Coloproctol. 2005 Dec;9(3):243-6. 

Ono T, Goto K, Takagi S, Iwasaki S, Komatsu H. Sclerosing effect of OC-108, a novel agent for hemorrhoids, is associated with granulomatous inflammation induced by aluminum. J Pharmacol Sci. 2005 Dec;99(4):353-63. 

Shanmugam V, Thaha MA, Rabindranath KS, Campbell KL, Steele RJ, Loudon MA. Systematic review of randomized trials comparing rubber band ligation with excisional haemorrhoidectomy. Br J Surg. 2005 Dec;92(12):1481-7. Review.  

Alonso-Coello P, Guyatt G, Heels-Ansdell D, Johanson J, Lopez-Yarto M, Mills E, Zhou Q, Alonso-Coello P. Laxatives for the treatment of hemorrhoids. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2005 Oct 19;(4):CD004649. 

Ramzisham AR, Sagap I, Nadeson S, Ali IM, Hasni MJ. Prospective randomized clinical trial on suction elastic band ligator versus forceps ligator in the treatment of haemorrhoids. Asian J Surg. 2005 Oct;28(4):241-5. 

Alper D, Ram E, Stein GY, Dreznik Z. Resting anal pressure following hemorrhoidectomy and lateral sphincterotomy.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Nov;48(11):2080-4.   

Felice G, Privitera A, Ellul E, Klaumann M. Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation: an alternative to hemorrhoidectomy.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Nov;48(11):2090-3.

Delikoukos S, Zacharoulis D, Hatzitheofilou C. Stapled hemorrhoidectomy under local anesthesia: tips and tricks.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Nov;48(11):2153-5. 

Silverman R, Bendick PJ, Wasvary HJ. A randomized, prospective, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of the effect of a calcium channel blocker ointment on pain after hemorrhoidectomy.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Oct;48(10):1913-6.

Alper D, Ram E, Stein GY, Dreznik Z. Resting Anal Pressure Following Hemorrhoidectomy and Lateral Sphincterotomy.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Sep 22;  

Felice G, Privitera A, Ellul E, Klaumann M. Doppler-Guided Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation: An Alternative to Hemorrhoidectomy.
Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Sep 30;

Gupta PJ. Hemorrhoidal Ablation and Fixation: An Alternative Procedure for Prolapsing Hemorrhoids.
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Mascagni D, Zeri KP, Di Matteo FM, Peparini N, Maturo A, Berni A.  Stapled hemorrhoidectomy: surgical notes and results. Hepatogastroenterology. 2003 Nov-Dec;50(54):1878-82.

Su MY, Chiu CT, Wu CS, Ho YP, Lien JM, Tung SY, Chen PC. Endoscopic hemorrhoidal ligation of symptomatic internal hemorrhoids. Gastrointest Endosc. 2003 Dec;58(6):871-4.

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Dixon MR, Stamos MJ, Grant SR, Kumar RR, Ko CY, Williams RA, Arnell TD.  Stapled hemorrhoidectomy: a review of our early experience. Am Surg. 2003 Oct;69(10):862-5.

Johnson DB, DiSiena MR, Fanelli RD.  Circumferential mucosectomy with stapled proctopexy is a safe, effective outpatient alternative for the treatment of symptomatic prolapsing hemorrhoids in the elderly. Surg Endosc. 2003 Oct 23 [Epub ahead of print]

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Balasubramaniam S, Kaiser AM. Management options for symptomatic hemorrhoids. Curr Gastroenterol Rep. 2003 Oct;5(5):431-7.

Habr-Gama A, e Sous AH Jr, Rovelo JM, Souza JV, Benicio F, Regadas FS, Wainstein C, da Cunha TM, Marques CF, Bonardi R, Ramos JR, Pandini LC, Kiss D. Stapled hemorrhoidectomy: initial experience of a Latin American group. J Gastrointest Surg. 2003 Sep-Oct;7(6):809-13

Chew SS, Marshall L, Kalish L, Tham J, Grieve DA, Douglas PR, Newstead GL. Short-term and long-term results of combined sclerotherapy and rubber band ligation of hemorrhoids and mucosal prolapse. Dis Colon Rectum. 2003 Sep;46(9):1232-7.

Jongen J, Bach S, Stubinger SH, Bock JU. Excision of thrombosed external hemorrhoid under local anesthesia: a retrospective evaluation of 340 patients. Dis Colon Rectum. 2003 Sep;46(9):1226-31.

Davies J, Duffy D, Boyt N, Aghahoseini A, Alexander D, Leveson S. Botulinum toxin (botox) reduces pain after hemorrhoidectomy: results of a double-blind, randomized study. Dis Colon Rectum. 2003 Aug;46(8):1097-102.

Correa-Rovelo JM, Tellez O, Obregon L, Duque-Lopez X, Miranda-Gomez A, Pichardo-Bahena R, Mendez M, Moran S. Prospective study of factors affecting postoperative pain and symptom persistence after stapled rectal mucosectomy for hemorrhoids: a need for preservation of squamous epithelium. Dis Colon Rectum. 2003 Jul;46(7):955-62.

Hwang do Y, Yoon SG, Kim HS, Lee JK, Kim KY. Effect of 0.2 percent glyceryl trinitrate ointment on wound healing after a hemorrhoidectomy: results of a randomized, prospective, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Dis Colon Rectum. 2003 Jul;46(7):950-4.

Bursics A, Morvay K, Kupcsulik P, Flautner L. Comparison of early and 1-year follow-up results of conventional hemorrhoidectomy and hemorrhoid artery ligation: a randomized study. Int J Colorectal Dis. 2003 Jul 5

Peng BC, Jayne DG, Ho YH. Randomized Trial of Rubber Band Ligation vs. Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy for Prolapsed Piles. Dis Colon Rectum. 2003 Mar;46(3):291-7.

Pescatori M. Two-quadrant semiclosed hemorrhoidectomy. A preliminary report. Tech Coloproctol. 2002 Sep;6(2):105-8.

Ramadan E, Vishne T, Dreznik Z. Harmonic scalpel hemorrhoidectomy: preliminary results of a new alternative method. Tech Coloproctol. 2002 Sep;6(2):89-92.

Ravo B, Amato A, Bianco V, Boccasanta P, Bottini C, Carriero A, Milito G, Dodi G, Mascagni D, Orsini S, Pietroletti R, Ripetti V, Tagariello GB. Complications after stapled hemorrhoidectomy: can they be prevented? Tech Coloproctol. 2002 Sep;6(2):83-8.

Correa-Rovelo JM, Tellez O, Obregon L, Miranda-Gomez A, Moran S. Stapled rectal mucosectomy vs. closed hemorrhoidectomy: a randomized, clinical trial. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 Oct;45(10):1367-74; discussion 1374-5.

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Chen HH, Wang JY, Changchien CR, Chen JS, Hsu KC, Chiang JM, Yeh CY, Tang R. Risk factors associated with posthemorrhoidectomy secondary hemorrhage: a single-institution prospective study of 4,880 consecutive closed hemorrhoidectomies. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 Aug;45(8):1096-9.

Kumar N, Paulvannan S, Billings PJ. Rubber band ligation of haemorrhoids in the out-patient clinic. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2002 May;84(3):172-4.

Maw A, Eu KW, Seow-Choen F. Retroperitoneal sepsis complicating stapled hemorrhoidectomy: report of a case and review of the literature. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 Jun;45(6):826-8.

Chung CC, Ha JP, Tai YP, Tsang WW, Li MK. Double-blind, randomized trial comparing Harmonic Scalpel hemorrhoidectomy, bipolar scissors hemorrhoidectomy, and scissors excision: ligation technique. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 Jun;45(6):789-94.

Orrom W, Hayashi A, Rusnak C, Kelly J. Initial experience with stapled anoplasty in the operative management of prolapsing hemorrhoids and mucosal rectal prolapse. Am J Surg. 2002 May;183(5):519-24.

Abramowitz L, Sobhani I, Benifla JL, Vuagnat A, Darai E, Mignon M, Madelenat P. Anal fissure and thrombosed external hemorrhoids before and after delivery. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 May;45(5):650-5.

Berkelhammer C, Moosvi SB. Retroflexed endoscopic band ligation of bleeding internal hemorrhoids. Gastrointest Endosc. 2002 Apr;55(4):532-7.

Hetzer FH, Demartines N, Handschin AE, Clavien PA. Stapled vs excision hemorrhoidectomy: long-term results of a prospective randomized trial. Arch Surg. 2002 Mar;137(3):337-40.

Palazzo FF, Francis DL, Clifton MA. Randomized clinical trial of Ligasure versus open haemorrhoidectomy. Br J Surg. 2002 Feb;89(2):154-7.

Ripetti V, Caricato M, Arullani A. Rectal perforation, retropneumoperitoneum, and pneumomediastinum after stapling procedure for prolapsed hemorrhoids: report of a case and subsequent considerations. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 Feb;45(2):268-70. Review.

Chen HH, Wang JY, Changchien CR, Yeh CY, Tsai WS, Tang R. Effective management of posthemorrhoidectomy secondary hemorrhage using rectal irrigation. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 Feb;45(2):234-8.

Gencosmanoglu R, Sad O, Koc D, Inceoglu R. Hemorrhoidectomy: open or closed technique? A prospective, randomized clinical trial. Dis Colon Rectum. 2002 Jan;45(1):70-5.

Sohn N, Aronoff JS, Cohen FS, Weinstein MA. Transanal hemorrhoidal dearterialization is an alternative to operative hemorrhoidectomy. Am J Surg. 2001 Nov;182(5):515-9.

Hussein AM Ligation-anopexy for treatment of advanced hemorrhoidal disease. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Dec;44(12):1887-90.

Lam TY, Lam SC, Kwok SP. Feasibility case-controlled study of day-case haemorrhoidectomy. ANZ J Surg. 2001 Nov;71(11):652-4.

Altomare DF, Rinaldi M, Sallustio PL, Martino P, De Fazio M, Memeo V. Long-term effects of stapled haemorrhoidectomy on internal anal function and sensitivity. Br J Surg. 2001 Nov;88(11):1487-91.

Ho YH, Seow-Choen F, Tsang C, Eu KW. Randomized trial assessing anal sphincter injuries after stapled haemorrhoidectomy. Br J Surg. 2001 Nov;88(11):1449-55.

Mentes BB, Gorgul A, Tatlicioglu E, Ayoglu F, Unal S. Efficacy of calcium dobesilate in treating acute attacks of hemorrhoidal disease. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Oct;44(10):1489-95.

Moore BA, Fleshner PR. Rubber band ligation for hemorrhoidal disease can be safely performed in select HIV-positive patients. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Aug;44(8):1079-82.

Wasvary HJ, Hain J, Mosed-Vogel M, Bendick P, Barkel DC, Klein SN. Randomized, prospective, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of effect of nitroglycerin ointment on pain after hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Aug;44(8):1069-73.

Boccasanta P, Capretti PG, Venturi M, Cioffi U, De Simone M, Salamina G, Contessini-Avesani E, Peracchia A. Randomised controlled trial between stapled circumferential mucosectomy and conventional circular hemorrhoidectomy in advanced hemorrhoids with external mucosal prolapse. Am J Surg. 2001 Jul;182(1):64-8.

Arnaud JP, Pessaux P, Huten N, De Manzini N, Tuech JJ, Laurent B, Simone M. Treatment of hemorrhoids with circular stapler, a new alternative to conventional methods: a prospective study of 140 patients. J Am Coll Surg. 2001 Aug;193(2):161-5.

Shalaby R, Desoky A. Randomized clinical trial of stapled versus Milligan-Morgan haemorrhoidectomy. Br J Surg. 2001 Aug;88(8):1049-53.

Linares Santiago E, Gomez Parra M, Mendoza Olivares FJ, Pellicer Bautista FJ, Herrerias Gutierrez JM. Effectiveness of hemorrhoidal treatment by rubber band ligation and infrared photocoagulation. Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2001 Apr;93(4):238-47.

Vavra P, Zonca P, Maly T, Pelikan A. [A new method of therapy of hemorrhoids using the PPH stapler and the Longo technique]. Rozhl Chir. 2001 Jun;80(6):308-10. Czech.

Sayfan J, Becker A, Koltun L. Sutureless closed hemorrhoidectomy: a new technique.
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Beattie GC, Loudon MA. Follow-up confirms sustained benefit of circumferential stapled anoplasty in the management of prolapsing haemorrhoids. Br J Surg. 2001 Jun;88(6):850-2.

Khan S, Pawlak SE, Eggenberger JC, Lee CS, Szilagy EJ, Wu JS, Margolin M D DA. Surgical treatment of hemorrhoids: prospective, randomized trial comparing closed excisional hemorrhoidectomy and the Harmonic Scalpel technique of excisional hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Jun;44(6):845-9.

Gabrielli F, Chiarelli M, Cioffi U, Guttadauro A, De Simone M, Di Mauro P, Arriciati A. Day surgery for mucosal-hemorrhoidal prolapse using a circular stapler and modified regional anesthesia. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Jun;44(6):842-4.

Pernice LM, Bartalucci B, Bencini L, Borri A, Catarzi S, Kroning K. Early and late (ten years) experience with circular stapler hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Jun;44(6):836-41.

Coskun A, Duzgun SA, Uzunkoy A, Bozer M, Aslan O, Canbeyli B. Nitroderm TTS band application for pain after hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 May;44(5):680-5.

Tan JJ, Seow-Choen F. Prospective, randomized trial comparing diathermy and Harmonic Scalpel hemorrhoidectomy. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 May;44(5):677-9.

Farinetti A, Saviano M, Quaranta N, Monni S. [Surgical treatment of hemorrhoidal disease using the circular stapler. Analysis of 60 operated cases]. Minerva Chir. 2001 Apr;56(2):125-31. Italian.

Sayfan J. Complications of Milligan-Morgan hemorrhoidectomy. Dig Surg. 2001;18(2):131-3.

Ganio E, Altomare DF, Gabrielli F, Milito G, Canuti S. Prospective randomized multicentre trial comparing stapled with open haemorrhoidectomy. Br J Surg. 2001 May;88(5):669-74.

Armstrong DN, Ambroze WL, Schertzer ME, Orangio GR. Harmonic Scalpel vs. electrocautery hemorrhoidectomy: a prospective evaluation. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Apr;44(4):558-64.

Scaglia M, Delaini GG, Destefano I, Hulten L. Injection treatment of hemorrhoids in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. Dis Colon Rectum. 2001 Mar;44(3):401-4.

Kirsch JJ, Staude G, Herold A. [The Longo and Milligan-Morgan hemorrhoidectomy. A prospective comparative study of 300 patients]. Chirurg. 2001 Feb;72(2):180-5. German.

Br J Surg 2000 Jul;87(7):868-72 Randomized clinical trial of micronized flavonoids in the early control of bleeding from acute internal haemorrhoids. Misra MC, Parshad R

Am J Gastroenterol 2000 Jul;95(7):1714-6 Hemorrhoid banding using videoendoscopic anoscopy and a single-handed ligator:an effective, inexpensive alternative to endoscopic band ligation.Dickey W, Garrett D

Harefuah 2000 Jan 2;138(1):12-4, 87 Hemorrhoidectomy using a circular stapler Levanon A, Biterman A, Behar A, Cohen O

G Chir 2000 May;21(5):253-6 Rubber band ligation of hemorrhoids. 5-year follow-up Pezzullo A, Palladino E

Dis Colon Rectum 2000 Jun;43(6):809-12 Hemorrhoidectomy with posterior perineal block: experience with 400 cases. Gabrielli F, Cioffi U, Chiarelli M, Guttadauro A, De Simone M

Dis Colon Rectum 2000 Jan;43(1):66-9 Micronized purified flavonidic fraction compared favorably with rubber bandligation and fiber alone in the management of bleeding hemorrhoids: randomizedcontrolled trial. Ho YH, Tan M, Seow-Choen F

Dis Colon Rectum 2000 Jan;43(1):31-4 Closed vs. open hemorrhoidectomy--is there any difference? Arbman G, Krook H, HaapaniemiS

Conn Med 2000 Apr;64(4):199-203 Use of the Nd-YAG laser improves quality of life and economic factors in the treatment of hemorrhoids. Zahir KS, Edwards RE, Vecchia A, Dudrick SJ, Tripodi G

G Chir 2000 Mar;21(3):127-34 The usefulness of lateral internal sphincterotomy combined withhemorrhoidectomy in the treatment of hemorrhoids: a randomized prospectivestudy Galizia G, Lieto E, Imperatore V, Pelosio L, Castellano P

Dis Colon Rectum 2000 Apr;43(4):503-6 Hemorrhoidectomy vs. Lord's method: 17-year follow-up of a prospective, randomized trial. Konsten J, Baeten CG

Br J Surg 2000 Apr;87(4):410-3 Randomized clinical trial of haemorrhoidectomy under a mixture of localanaesthesia versus general anaesthesia. Ho KS, Eu KW, Heah SM, Seow-Choen F, Chan YW

Eur J Surg 2000 Mar;166(3):223-8  Lateral internal sphincterotomy together with haemorrhoidectomy for treatment of haemorrhoids: a randomised prospective study. Galizia G, Lieto E, Castellano P, Pelosio L, Imperatore V, Pigantelli C

Dig Surg 2000;17(1):71-6 Rubber band ligation of symptomatic internal hemorrhoids: results of 500 cases. Komborozos VA, Skrekas GJ, Pissiotis CA

Lancet 2000 Mar 4;355(9206):782-5 Stapling procedure for haemorrhoids versus Milligan-Morgan haemorrhoidectomy:randomised controlled trial. Mehigan BJ, Monson JR, Hartley JE

Lancet 2000 Mar 4;355(9206):779-81 Circumferential mucosectomy (stapled haemorrhoidectomy) versus conventional haemorrhoidectomy: randomised controlled trial. Rowsell M, Bello M, Hemingway DM

Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd 2000 Feb 12;144(7):328-32 Same-day diathermic hemorrhoidectomy in 48 patients; few complications and tolerable pain Engel AF, Eijsbouts QA, Ephraim EP

Dis Colon Rectum 2000 Feb;43(2):142-5 Ischiorectal fossa block decreases posthemorrhoidectomy pain: randomized, prospective, double-blind clinical trial. Luck AJ, Hewett PJ

Chirurgie 1999 Dec;124(6):666-9 Treatment of hemorrhoids with the Longo technique. Preliminary results of aprospective study on 94 cases Papillon M, Arnaud JP, Descottes B, Gravie JF, Huten X, De Manzini N

Acta Anaesthesiol Sin 1999 Dec;37(4):179-83 Postoperative intramuscular dextromethorphan injection provides postoperative pain relief and decreases opioid requirement after hemorrhoidectomy. Chang FL, Wu CT, Yeh CC, Lin TC, Ho ST, Wong CS

Dig Surg 1999;16(5):375-8 Ambulatory radical hemorrhoidectomy: personal experience with 1,530Milligan-Morgan operations with follow-up of 2-15 years. Argov S

Dis Colon Rectum 1999 Sep;42(9):1140-4 Prospective study of healing time after hemorrhoidectomy: influence of HIV infection, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, and anal wound infection. Morandi E, Merlini D, Salvaggio A, Foschi D, Trabucchi E

Chang Keng I Hsueh Tsa Chih 1999 Mar;22(1):25-30 Anal manometric findings before and after hemorrhoidectomy: a preliminaryreport. Chen HH

Dis Colon Rectum 1999 Jul;42(7):909-14; discussion 914-5 Limited hemorrhoidectomy: results and long-term follow-up. Hayssen TK, Luchtefeld MA, Senagore AJ

Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd 1999 Jun 12;143(24):1265-8 Rubberband ligation of hemorrhoids: symptoms almost gone after 6 weeks, butmany patients need retreatment in the long run Konings M, Debets JM, Baeten CG

Dis Colon Rectum 1999 May;42(5):683-5 Disposable device and a minimally invasive technique for rubber band ligation of  hemorrhoids. O'Regan PJ

Zentralbl Chir 1999;124(3):238-43 Stapler hemorrhoidectomy. A new alternative to conventional methods Kohlstadt CM, Weber J, Prohm P

Dis Colon Rectum 1999 Mar;42(3):363-6 Triple rubber band ligation for hemorrhoids: prospective, randomized trial ofuse of local anesthetic injection. Law WL, Chu KW

Dis Colon Rectum 1999 Feb;42(2):180-5 Effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for pain relief onpatients undergoing hemorrhoidectomy: prospective, randomized, controlled trial. Chiu JH, Chen WS, Chen CH, Jiang JK, Tang GJ, Lui WY, Lin JK

Dis Colon Rectum 1999 Feb;42(2):174-9 Local injection of bupivacaine after rubber band ligation of hemorrhoids: prospective, randomized study. Hooker GD, Plewes EA, Rajgopal C, Taylor BM

Br J Surg 1999 Feb;86(2):255-8 Day-case haemorrhoidectomy. Hunt L, Luck AJ, Rudkin G, Hewett PJ

Rev Gastroenterol Mex 1998 Jul-Sep;63(3):131-4 Infrared photocoagulation in the treatment of hemorrhoids Charua Guindic L, Avendano Espinosa O, Hernandez Cazares F

Dis Colon Rectum 1998 Dec;41(12):1534-41; discussion 1541-2 Associations between hemorrhoids and other diagnoses. Delco F, Sonnenberg A

Dis Colon Rectum 1998 Nov;41(11):1418-20 Prospective, randomized trial comparing pain and complications between diathermy and scissors for closed hemorrhoidectomy. . Ibrahim S, Tsang C, Lee YL, Eu KW, Seow-Choen F

Int J Colorectal Dis 1998;13(4):154-6 Rubber band ligation of hemorrhoids: relapse as a function of time. Savioz D, Roche B, Glauser T, Dobrinov A, Ludwig C, Marti MC

J R Coll Surg Edinb 1998 Oct;43(5):308-9 A prospective randomized study of calcium alginate (Sorbsan) versus standard gauze packing following haemorrhoidectomy. Ingram M, Wright TA, Ingoldby CJ

Presse Med 1998 Mar 21;27(11):513-7 Is there a correlation between dietary habits and hemorrhoidal diseaseSielezneff I, Antoine K, Lecuyer J, Saisse J, Thirion X, Sarles JC, Sastre B

Aust N Z J Surg 1998 May;68(5):334-6 Randomized controlled trial comparing same-day discharge with hospital stayfollowing haemorrhoidectomy.Ho YH, Lee J, Salleh I, Leong A, Eu KW, Seow-Choen F

Rev Hosp Clin Fac Med Sao Paulo 1997 Jul-Aug;52(4):175-9 Surgical treatment outcome of hemorrhoidal in 475 patientsNahas SC, Sobrado Junior CW, Araujo SE, Imperiale AR, Habr-Gama A, Pinotti HW

Dis Colon Rectum 1998 Feb;41(2):159-64 Surgical treatment of piles: prospective, randomized study of Parks vs.Milligan-Morgan hemorrhoidectomy. Hosch SB, Knoefel WT, Pichlmeier U, Schulze V, Busch C, Gawad KA, Broelsch CE, Izbicki JR

Lancet 1998 Jan 17;351(9097):169-72 Double-blind randomised controlled trial of effect of metronidazole on pain after day-case haemorrhoidectomy. Carapeti EA, Kamm MA, McDonald PJ, Phillips RK

Eur J Surg 1997 Dec;163(12):935-40 Outpatient haemorrhoidectomy under local anaesthesia. Lacerda-Filho A, Cunha-Melo JR

Br J Surg 1997 Dec;84(12):1729-30 Randomized controlled trial of open and closed haemorrhoidectomy. Ho YH, Seow-Choen F, Tan M, Leong AF

Gastrointest Endosc 1997 Nov;46(5):435-43 Prospective randomized comparative study of bipolar electrocoagulation versusheater probe for treatment of chronically bleeding internal hemorrhoids. Jensen DM, Jutabha R, Machicado GA, Jensen ME, Cheng S, Gornbein J, Hirabayashi K, Ohning G, Randall G

Int J Colorectal Dis 1997;12(5):296-7 Ambulatory anorectal manometric findings in patients before and after haemorrhoidectom. Ho YH, Tan M

Dis Colon Rectum 1997 Oct;40(10 Suppl):S99-101 Anoderm-preserving, completely closed hemorrhoidectomy with no mucosal incision. Ui Y

Minerva Chir 1997 Apr;52(4):387-91 The surgical treatment of hemorrhoids: diathermocoagulation and traditionaltechnics. A prospective randomized study Bassi R, Bergami G

Br J Surg 1997 Mar;84(3):377-9 Randomized controlled trial of trimebutine (anal sphincter relaxant) for painafter haemorrhoidectomy.Ho YH, Seow-Choen F, Low JY, Tan M, Leong AP

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