Stapled haemorrhoidopexy for the treatment of haemorrhoids

  • Technology appraisal guidance
  • TA128
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1 Recommendations

This technology appraisal examined the currently available devices for stapled haemorrhoidopexy. The evidence considered refers to the HCS33 circular stapler (models PPH01 and PPH03, Ethicon Endo-Surgery). At the time of the technology appraisal, there was no evidence to make recommendations for the Autosuture stapler with the STRAM kit adaptor.

1.1

Stapled haemorrhoidopexy, using a circular stapler specifically developed for haemorrhoidopexy, is recommended as an option for people in whom surgical intervention is considered appropriate for the treatment of prolapsed internal haemorrhoids.