Injection Sclerotherapy for Haemorrhoids in Patients on Anticoagulation
Author Information
Author(s): Paras Batra, A O’Connor, J Walmsley, W Baraza, A Sharma
Primary Institution: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, UK
Hypothesis
Can injection sclerotherapy be an effective treatment for symptomatic haemorrhoids in patients who are on anticoagulation therapy?
Conclusion
Injection sclerotherapy is a potentially safe and effective treatment option for patients with symptomatic haemorrhoids who require anticoagulation.
Supporting Evidence
- 90% of patients achieved symptom resolution after injection sclerotherapy.
- No complications were reported in the study.
- The median age of participants was 64 years.
Takeaway
Doctors can use a special injection to help patients with bleeding piles even if they are taking blood thinners, which usually makes treatment harder.
Methodology
A retrospective review of case notes was performed for patients treated with injection sclerotherapy for symptomatic haemorrhoids while on anticoagulation.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to reliance on patient-reported complications and outcomes.
Limitations
The study was retrospective with a small sample size and relied on patient-reported outcomes.
Participant Demographics
Median age of 64 years, 14 males and 6 females.
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