Could skipping a needle stick make hemorrhoid treatment easier?
NCT ID NCT05519189
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether numbing the anal area with an injection of ropivacaine is necessary during a newer, less invasive radiofrequency procedure for hemorrhoids. 134 adults having this procedure were randomly assigned to receive the injection or not. The main goal was to see if skipping the injection leads to similar pain levels afterward. If it does, patients could avoid the risks and discomfort of the injection itself.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Ropivacaine
What this could lead to
If skipping the injection works as well, patients may avoid the risks and discomfort of an extra needle stick during hemorrhoid treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed Phase 4 study. The results may not apply to all patients or other pain management approaches.
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Locations
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Centre Hospitalier Départemental Vendée
La Roche-sur-Yon, France
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Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nantes
Nantes, France
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Clinique Mutualiste de l'Estuaire
Saint-Nazaire, France