PPH is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces the prolapse of haemorrhoidal tissue. A unique stapling technique is used to pull the swollen blood vessels back into their normal position. The titanium staples used in PPH are tiny — only a few millimetres long.
Preparation
People who have PPH are given an enema to use on the morning of their surgery. It’s also recommended that they take a gentle laxative twice a day, for two days before the surgery.1
Surgery
The actual procedure lasts generally 15-45 minutes.2People usually choose to have a general anaesthetic during PPH, although local or regional anaesthetics are also an option.
After the Procedure
PPH is often a “same-day” procedure, which means that people can go home a few hours after waking up. There may be post-operative pain from PPH, but people are often able to resume normal activities within a few days of leaving the hospital.1
As with any surgical procedure, there are risks that accompany PPH. People who are eligible for the procedure are advised to discuss these risks with their GP or consultant.
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