Chia YW, Darzi A, Speakman CT, Hill AD, Jameson JS, Henry MM. CO2 laser haemorrhoidectomy--does it alter anorectal function or decrease pain compared to conventional haemorrhoidectomy?
Int J Colorectal Dis 1995;
10:22-4. [PMID:
7745318 DOI:
10.1007/bf00337581]
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Abstract
Carbon dioxide (CO2) laser haemorrhoidectomy is feasible and safe provided it is used with care. It is associated with a reduced requirement for post-operative analgesia. The CO2 laser caused no significant alteration in anorectal physiology.
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