What Are the Treatment Options for Hemorrhoids?

Previous treatment options have been limited to topical medications, Sclerotherapy, rubber band ligation and surgical techniques. Now, infrared coagulation (IRC) is available and provides an additional effective outpatient modality. IRC treatment rarely requires patients to take time off of work or adjust their daily schedules.

What is Infrared Coagulation (IRC)?

IRC is a minimally invasive non-surgical treatment option. Many medical studies have shown IRC to be the optimal non-operative treatment of choice. Because it is fast, effective, well-tolerated by patients and is associated with fewer complications than other modalities (rubber band ligation and Sclerotherapy).

The IRC device focuses infrared light on hemorrhoid tissues. This coagulates the vessel above the hemorrhoid causing them to shrink and retract. Patients may feel a slight warm sensation but it is usually painless.

The Midwest Hemorrhoid Treatment Center

Specializes in infrared coagulation treatment which received FDA clearance in 1984. The IRC procedure usually takes just a few minutes and is covered by most insurance plans. IRC can be performed without any anesthesia or special preparation. IRC rarely produces discomfort and most patients return to work the same day as their treatment.