[Infrared coagulation as an aide in proctology].
The infrared coagulation has being described as a method of treatment for haemorrhoids first and second degree, with results almost as effective as rubber band ligation and sclerosing injection therapy, but with fewer complications. More frequent applications of infrared coagulation may improve results and are often in a six month interval necessary. A major indication exist in bleeding haemorrhoids where the infrared coagulation gives a quick result.
D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006484:Hemorrhoids / Q000601:surgery*; D006488:Hemostasis, Surgical / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007259:Infrared Rays / Q000627:therapeutic use*
Infraroodkoagulatie een aanwinst in de proktologie.