A hemorrhoidectomy is surgery to remove internal or external hemorrhoids that are extensive or severe. Surgical hemorrhoidectomy is the most effective treatment for hemorrhoids, though it is associated with the greatest rate of complications.

Types of hemorrhoidectomies and related procedures performed during surgery :

• Closed Hemorrhoidectomy
• Open Hemorrhoidectomy
• Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy (Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids - PPH)
• Rubber band Ligation
• Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy