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Risks of PPH Treatment for Hemorrhoids

PPH (Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids) is a surgical hemorrhoid treatment that is less invasive than some of the other surgical hemorrhoid treatments. During the procedure, the hemorrhoid is stapled, which cuts the blood supply off and will result in the hemorrhoid dying. Even though it is less invasive than some of the other options, there are still some risks associated with this procedure.

  1. Common Surgical Risks

    • PPH has some of the same risks other surgeries have, including bleeding, an increased risk of infection and anesthesia reactions.

    Urination

    • Some people may have a problem urinating after PPH. This can be caused by pain, which may make it difficult to relax enough for proper urine flow.

    Bowel Movements

    • PPH may leave some people with bowel problems due to the anal sphincter being damaged. Though rare, occasionally the problem is severe enough to leave the patient with little or no bowel control.

    Pain

    • People who have PPH may experience pain after surgery. The pain may be more severe during bowel movements and may require taking medication to help control it.

    Recovery Problems

    • PPH usually takes about two weeks, but some people may take up to six weeks to fully recover and be back to normal.

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