New study finds best way to treat hemorrhoids without surgery

NCT ID NCT05089500

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at two common treatments for grade I-III internal hemorrhoids: injection sclerotherapy and rubber band ligation. Researchers followed 984 patients across multiple hospitals to see which treatment worked better and had fewer side effects. The goal is to help doctors choose the best option for each patient.

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Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: sclerosing agent (polidocanol)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors choose the best minimally invasive treatment for internal hemorrhoids, reducing recurrence and complications.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study comparing existing treatments, so no major breakthroughs are expected. Results may not apply to severe hemorrhoids or other types.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemorrhoid internal hemorrhoid

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HEMORRHOID HEMORRHOID BLEEDING HEMORRHOID PAIN HEMORRHOID PROLAPSE HEMORRHOIDS HEMORRHOIDS, INTERNAL

New study finds best way to treat hemorrhoids without surgery

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