What is PPH minimally invasive surgery?

Procedure for Prolapse & Haemorrhoids (PPH) is a minimally invasive surgical treatment for haemorrhoids (piles). It may also be called stapled haemorrhoidectomy or stapled anopexy.

Thousands of people in the UK have had their haemorrhoids treated using PPH and it is proven to be as effective as conventional surgery.

PPH uses a circular stapling device to gently pull the haemorrhoids back into their normal anatomical position, rather than the traditional surgical method of cutting the haemorrhoids away. As a result, people who have undergone PPH report little post-operative pain and a shorter and more comfortable recovery period.

The surgery can be performed under a local, general or regional anaesthetic.

As with any surgical procedure there are risks that accompany PPH. Patients are advised to discuss these risks with their GP or consultant.

For more information about piles call the PPH Helpline and speak to a trained nurse in complete confidence