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Could a tiny camera make hemorrhoid surgery less painful?

NCT ID NCT07695649

Disease control Sponsor: Hospital Son Llatzer Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new, minimally invasive version of Ferguson hemorrhoidectomy for people with grade III hemorrhoids. The goal is to see if using enhanced visualization tools can reduce pain and speed recovery while keeping the surgery effective. About 50 adults who need hemorrhoid surgery will take part, and researchers will track how well the technique works and any side effects.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Minimally invasive closed hemorrhoidectomy (procedure)
What this could lead to
If successful, this technique could offer a less painful, faster-recovering surgical option for advanced hemorrhoids.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The technique has a learning curve and may initially take longer to perform.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 50 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jun 2026

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patients attending the Surgery Department of our Hospital

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age over 18 years * Grade III-IV hemorrhoids * Indication for excisional hemorrhoidectomy surgery * Signed written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Acute hemorrhoidal disease (thrombosis) * Previous hemorrhoid surgery * Coexistence of anal fissure * Coexistence of perianal fistula * Coexistence of rectal or anal prolapse * Active inflammatory bowel disease * Active anal or colorectal cancer * Language barrier or difficulty in oral and/or written comprehension

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Conditions

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hemorrhoid

As listed by the trial registrant

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Hemorrhoidectomy Minimal invasive surgery

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital Son Llatzer

    RECRUITING

    Palma de Mallorca, 07190, Spain

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