Surgical Management — Conventional Ano-Rectal Surgery

Reserved for Grade III-IV piles, large prolapse, non-healing fissure, complex/recurrent fistula, and perianal abscess requiring drainage. Decision only after detailed examination and grading.

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Surgical Management

What is Surgical Management?

Conventional surgery includes excision and ligation of piles (haemorrhoidectomy), fixation procedures, lateral internal sphincterotomy for chronic fissure, fistula lay-open / seton placement, and incision-drainage for abscess. It is considered when minimally invasive or Ayurvedic para-surgical measures are not suitable due to grade, complexity, or recurrence. It requires anaesthesia fitness, informed consent and structured recovery plan.

UNDERSTANDING

Indications

Kshar Sutra at Kesari Ayurveda (Recommeded)

Grade III-IV internal piles with significant prolapse or irreducible piles

Chronic anal fissure with sentinel pile and fibrotic edges not responding to conservative care

Complex or recurrent fistula where conventional lay-open or staged seton is indicated

Perianal abscess – urgent drainage to prevent spread

Thrombosed external piles with severe pain – after evaluation

Not first-line for Grade I-II unless complications or patient-specific factors

Process Steps

Consultation & Grading

Detailed history, per-rectal exam, proctoscopy, imaging for fistula/abscess.

Pre-op Workup

Blood tests, ECG, anaesthesia clearance, consent, bowel prep as indicated.

Procedure

Under spinal/short general anaesthesia, with aseptic precautions. Duration varies by complexity.

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Post-op Observation

Pain control, voiding check, bleeding check, dressing.

Discharge & Teaching

Sitz bath technique, stool softeners, wound care, activity restrictions, warning signs.

Follow-up

Day 2-3, 7, 14, then as needed for complete healing and recurrence prevention counselling.

After-care & Pathya-Apathya

✓ Pain for initial days is expected and managed with protocol.

✓ Keep stools soft, avoid straining, sitz bath 2-3x/day, high fibre, adequate water, no prolonged sitting/biking for 2 weeks.

✓ Mild spotting may occur. Complete healing takes weeks depending on procedure.

✓ Attend all follow-ups. Report heavy bleeding, fever, inability to pass urine, increasing swelling or foul discharge.

POST-TREATMENT CARE

Treatment Journey

OUR PROCESS

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Grade III-IV often needs procedural care due to prolapse, but choice between Kshara Karma, HAL+LHP, laser or conventional excision depends on number, external component, bleeding and patient fitness after examination.

How long is recovery after conventional surgery?

Perianal abscess generally needs prompt drainage; delaying may increase spread and fistula risk. If you have throbbing pain, fever and swelling, seek timely evaluation.

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Initial discomfort few days, return to light routine usually 7-10 days, complete healing takes longer. We avoid fixed timelines; recovery varies by procedure and individual healing.