Infrared Coagulation

The doctors affiliated with The Hemorrhoid Centers are trained and certified in Infrared Coagulation (IRC), a state of the art non-surgical treatment for hemorrhoids. IRC is the preferred treatment for hemorrhoids over other modalities as it is:

• The world’s leading outpatient treatment for hemorrhoids
• Fast, safe and effective
• Well-tolerated by patients
• Pain-free
• Side effects and complications are extremely rare
• No down time
• Covered by most health insurance plans
• Recommended as a superior hemorrhoid treatment by medical peer review journals

How does IRC work?

IRC works by applying mechanical pressure and exposing the hemorrhoid tissue to short bursts of intense infrared light using a small probe. Heat created by the beam causes scar tissue, which cuts off the blood supply to the hemorrhoid mass. With no blood supply continuing within the area of swelling, the hemorrhoids shrinks and recedes.The scar tissue holds nearby veins in place so they don't bulge into the anal canal.

Rubber Band Ligation

Some physicians, particularly colorectal surgeons, affiliated with The Hemorrhoid Centers offer another treatment for hemorrhoids called rubberband ligation.

Rubber band ligation is an outpatient procedure in which the hemorrhoid is tied off at its base by a small constricting band to stop blood supply to the hemorrhoid. The hemorrhoid dies within a few days, shriveling and falling off along with the band.

Rubber band ligation can be combined with IRC to improve efficacy and clinical outcomes.

Our affiliated physician will advise you regarding the best modality for treatment depending upon your individual condition.

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