Double-Blind, Randomized Trial Comparing Harmonic Scalpel™ Hemorrhoidectomy, Bipolar Scissors Hemorrhoidectomy, and Scissors Excision

Abstract

The study shows that Harmonic Scalpel hemorrhoidectomy is as good as bipolar scissors hemorrhoidectomy in terms of reduced blood loss but is superior because it is associated with less postoperative pain and hence, better patient satisfaction. However, these observed benefits are small, and the time off work or normal activity remains similar.