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What is Laser Haemorrhoid Ablation?
Laser haemorrhoid ablation or laser haemorrhoid removal is a treatment to help relieve the discomfort caused by haemorrhoids. Haemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swollen and inflamed veins around the anus or rectum. There are two types of haemorrhoids: Internal: these form inside the rectum External: these form under the skin around the anus. Internal haemorrhoids are categorised into 4 different grades depending on their degree of prolapse.
Laser haemorrhoid removal at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital
At St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, we provide private haemorrhoid removal surgery in a discrete and understanding environment. Our hospital is staffed with highly experienced consultants and caring nursing and recovery teams to ensure you have a smooth and stress free environment to have your haemorrhoid removal surgery. The laser haemorrhoid ablation procedure offers minimal discomfort and a faster recovery; often it can be performed as a day case so you can be back in your home quicker.
Consultants who perform Laser Haemorrhoid Ablation
How Much Does Private Laser Haemorrhoid Ablation Cost?
from £2,600*
The price for private shown are the estimated from price and would include all hospital related costs associated with your treatment, from admission to discharge. The price does not include the cost of consultation, diagnostics, or the surgeon or anaesthetist fee.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laser Haemorrhoid Ablation Surgery
The procedure usually takes around 30 minutes.
Compared to other haemorrhoidectomy surgery, the benefits of laser haemorrhoid ablation are:
- No incision required
- Low pain treatment
- Minimal bleeding
- Short recovery time
- Performed in an outpatient setting or one-day surgery
- No requirement for staples, rubber bands or threads
If you’re worried about your symptoms or have been referred by your GP, we’ll book you in with one of our specialist consultants.
During the initial appointment, your doctor will ask about your symptoms, review any test results, and take a detailed medical history. If you have copies of previous results or treatment plans, please bring them.
Your doctor will then talk through your options, explain the laser haemorrhoid ablation procedure if recommended, and discuss the risks and benefits. You’re encouraged to ask questions, and it may help to write these down in advance.
Your consultant will provide a specific pre-procedure protocol tailored to your case. This may include guidance on medication, eating and drinking, and other important considerations to ensure you are fully prepared on the day.
You will be placed in the lithotomy position (on their back with legs raised), and given anaesthesia. A specially designed pencil-shaped optical fibre is inserted directly into the haemorrhoid without the need for an incision. Laser energy is then applied through repeated pulse ablation, causing the haemorrhoid to shrink, retract, and eventually regress.
Laser haemorrhoid ablation is an outpatient procedure, so most patients will go home the same day after a follow-up with their consultant. Due to the minimally invasive nature of the treatment, restrictions are expected to be minimal, but it’s important to speak with your specialist about your individual case. Pain relief and return to regular activities will also be discussed directly with your consultant.
The procedure has a possible recurrence rate of around 10%. However, post-operative pain and recovery time are significantly less than with alternative excision treatments. Any additional risks specific to your health will be explained in detail by your consultant.