Stapled hemorrhoidectomy—cost and effectiveness. randomized, controlled trial including incontinence scoring, anorectal manometry, and endoanal ultrasound assessments at up to three months

Abstract
PURPOSE:Stapled hemorrhoidectomy is performed without leaving painful perianal wounds. The aim of this study was to assess any benefits, compared with a conventional open diathermy technique.METHODS:A total of 119 consecutive patients with prolapsed irreducible hemorrhoids were randomly assi