Haemorrhoidectomy FAQs

Private Haemorrhoidectomy Surgery UK 

We are able to offer private haemorrhoidectomy surgery at our London Fitzroy Hospital. Situated in central London, our discreet purpose built theatre on Fitzroy Square is ideally placed to offer you the very best service throughout your haemorrhoidectomy treatment with us.

Private colorectal surgeon near me

We have two experienced colorectal surgeons working with us at The Private Clinic.

Colorectal surgeon London

Mr Piero Nastro is our colorectal surgeon in London. He consults from our London Harley Street clinic offering the Rafaelo® treatment for suitable patients alongside more traditional haemorrhoidectomy procedures.

Colorectal surgeon Birmingham

Mr Amit Patel is our colorectal surgeon in Birmingham and Manchester. He consults from our Birmingham and Manchester clinics where he is also able to conduct the Rafaelo® procedure.

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All surgical procedures have risks and complications. Our Colorectal surgeons will discuss everything in detail with you during your consultation so you are able to make a fully informed decision.

Complications from haemorrhoidectomy are rare but include slow healing, small tears, narrowing of anus due to scar tissue, damage to the sphincter muscles, urinary retention, and infection.

Recovery from a haemorrhoid surgery will vary depending on the patient and the type of surgery that they had. We advise patients that post-operative pain can last anywhere between 2-4 weeks, but painkillers can be taken during this time. During the recovery time bruising, irritation, minor bleeding, discharge, and soreness may also be experienced.

The majority of patients are able to return to their usual activities and routines within 2 weeks post-surgery.

Your colorectal surgeon will advise in detail during your consultation what to expect following haemorrhoid surgery.

A haemorrhoidectomy procedure should not be painful as patients are under general anaesthetic. Pain and discomfort may be felt following surgery, but this can be managed with painkillers.

A haemorrhoidectomy procedure is reserved for when other alternative treatment options have not been successful or if your haemorrhoids are too severe for them.

Most patients with haemorrhoids usually don’t require haemorrhoidectomy. We offer Rafaelo® treatment to the majority of our patients as it is a less invasive option performed under local anaesthetic and has significantly less downtime.

If a haemorrhoidectomy procedure is offered, this is most likely because your haemorrhoids are too severe to treat with Rafaelo® treatment and a haemorrhoidectomy procedure is more likely to be successful.

To find out which haemorrhoid removal procedure is best for you, book a consultation with our top colorectal surgeons today.

By definition, a haemorrhoidectomy is not considered to be major surgery.

A haemorrhoidectomy is invasive surgery that aims to remove internal and external haemorrhoids that are severe. All surgical procedures come with risks which are all discussed during consultation. A haemorrhoidectomy is considered to be a safe and effective treatment for haemorrhoids.

Haemorrhoidectomy is surgery to remove haemorrhoids. There are several types of haemorrhoidectomy procedures that are performed dependent on the grade of your haemorrhoids.

In most cases, a haemorrhoidectomy involves removing the haemorrhoid with a knife, scissors, cautery pencil or lasers. Sometimes the haemorrhoid is stapled to encourage it to shrink.

To find out more about the types of Haemorrhoidectomy procedures we offer, contact us to book a consultation with our experienced colorectal surgeons.