In recent years, advancements in medical technology have revolutionized the treatment of various rectum conditions such as piles (hemorrhoids), fissures, and fistulae. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this field is the adoption of laser technology for surgical interventions.
This approach offers several advantages over traditional methods, making it increasingly popular among patients and healthcare providers alike says one of the top laparoscopic surgeons and specialists for piles, fissure, and fistula in Delhi NCR Dr Amita Jain.
What are Piles, Fissures, Fistula?
Dr Jain describes what exactly piles, fissures, and fistulas are.
- Piles (Hemorrhoids): Piles are swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum, often causing discomfort, pain, and sometimes bleeding during bowel movements.
- Fissures: A fissure is a small tear or cut in the lining of the rectum, leading to pain and bleeding during bowel movements.
- Fistula: A fistula is an abnormal tunnel-like passage that forms between the rectum canal and the skin near the rectum. It usually results from an infection inside the rectum.
What is the Traditional vs. Laser Treatment?
The treatment differences are explained below:
Traditional Methods:
- Sclerotherapy: Injecting a solution into the hemorrhoid to shrink it.
- Rubber Band Ligation: Placing a rubber band around the base of the hemorrhoid to cut off blood flow, causing it to shrink and fall off.
- Surgical Excision: Cutting out the hemorrhoid or fissure under local or general anesthesia.
How about the Advanced Laser Treatment?
Advanced laser treatment includes:
- Minimally Invasive: Laser treatment is minimally invasive, involving the use of a highly focused beam of light to target and vaporize the affected tissues.
- Precision and Accuracy: The laser allows surgeons to precisely target the affected area, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
- Reduced Pain and Recovery Time: Patients typically experience less pain, bleeding, and a quicker recovery period compared to traditional surgery.
- Reduced Risk of Infection: Laser treatment reduces the risk of infection due to its sterile nature and minimal tissue trauma.
What are the Procedures and Benefits?
Certain procedures or potential benefits that can be seen are:
- Outpatient Procedure: Laser treatment for piles, fissures, and fistulae is often performed as an outpatient procedure, allowing patients to return home the same day.
- Quick Healing: The targeted nature of laser treatment promotes faster healing, with many patients experiencing relief from symptoms within a few days.
- Effective Results: Laser treatment is highly effective in treating recurring or persistent conditions, offering long-term relief with minimal recurrence rates.
What are the Things for Consideration?
You need to consider a few things which include
- Consultation and Diagnosis: It’s crucial for patients to consult with a qualified proctologist or colorectal surgeon for a thorough diagnosis and to determine the most suitable treatment approach.
- Post-Procedure Care: Following post-operative care instructions is essential to ensure optimal healing and to minimize the risk of complications.
Advanced laser treatment for piles, fissures, and fistulae represents a significant advancement in surgical care, offering patients a minimally invasive, effective, and rapid recovery option compared to traditional methods.
As with any medical procedure, consulting with a healthcare professional is essential to determine the most appropriate treatment plan based on individual needs and conditions.
By embracing these modern techniques, patients can expect not only relief from symptoms but also a quicker return to their daily lives with minimal discomfort.
Advanced laser treatment continues to pave the way for improved outcomes and enhanced patient satisfaction in the management of rectum conditions.
Dr Amita Jain is a surgeon with highest degree of professional competence, precision and surgical craftsmanship. Performed all complicated general surgery procedures with in depth knowledge of invasive and few minimal invasive and onco surgical techniques. Underwent special training in trauma, executed various trauma-related complex life-saving neurosurgical procedures, reconstructed injured mangled limbs and performed vascular and reconstructive procedures with critical care.
Dr Amita Jain holds 28 plus years of rich experience in Trauma and General Laparoscopic Surgeries (including Gallbladder stone removal, appendix removal, hernia repair surgery, piles and fissure surgeries). She was the Professor Surgery of at the Army College of Medical Sciences and Base Hospital Delhi Cantt. In 1994 she was commissioned as Surgeon under the United Nations Mission in Congo. From 2020 to 2022, she worked with Bansals Hospital. Currently, Dr Amita Jain is the Senior Consultant, (Speciality: General and Laparoscopic Surgeon) at Artemis Lite Hospital, New Delhi