Two surgical approaches for severe hemorrhoids
Part of Digestive system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two different surgical methods for treating severe hemorrhoids (third and fourth degree). The SHAPE procedure is a newer technique being tested against the traditional Milligan-Morgan approach to see which works better for pain relief and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You have severe internal hemorrhoids (grade 3 or 4) that need surgery
- You are 18 years old or older
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis)
- You do not have anal stenosis (scarring or narrowing of the anal opening)
- You do not have a history of colorectal cancer
- You do not have fecal incontinence (loss of bowel control)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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