Can rubber band ligation replace hemorrhoidectomy as a treatment of choice for 3rd degree hemorrhoids: A review

• Main Authors: Ali Mohammad Khatri (Author), Ghani Haider (Author), Aliya Hasnain (Author), Muhammad Umer Ahmed (Author), Wajahat Hussain Wasty (Author), Aruna P .Dawani (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: ziauddin University, 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Hemorrhoids are a common cause of rectal bleeding with a prevalence of 4 to 40% worldwide, varying in different geographical locations. The current treatment modality for 3rd degree hemorrhoids includes hemorrhoidectomy, but newer methods like rubber band ligation are rapidly gaining popularity. The...