TREATMENT

Hemorrhoid Embolization

IMAGE-GUIDED EMBOLIZATION TREATMENT

Hemorrhoid embolization is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure used to reduce blood flow to symptomatic internal hemorrhoids. For selected patients, it may help improve bleeding or pressure symptoms without traditional anorectal surgery.
  • Treats internal hemorrhoids
  • Reduces blood supply
  • Uses catheter guidance
  • No anorectal incision
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Quick Summary

Key takeaway: Hemorrhoid embolization blocks selected arteries that supply internal hemorrhoids, which may help reduce bleeding and related symptoms.

This treatment is generally considered for symptomatic internal hemorrhoids after evaluation. It is not the same as hemorrhoid removal, and the best option depends on symptoms, hemorrhoid type, bleeding source, and overall health.

WHAT IS HEMORRHOID EMBOLIZATION?

Hemorrhoid embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that treats selected internal hemorrhoids from inside the bloodstream. A thin catheter is guided through the blood vessels to the arteries that supply the hemorrhoidal tissue.

Once the target arteries are identified, tiny coils or particles may be placed to reduce blood flow. The goal is to decrease pressure and bleeding from internal hemorrhoids while avoiding direct cutting or removal of anorectal tissue.

Hemorrhoid embolization is not appropriate for every patient with hemorrhoids. External hemorrhoids, anal fissures, severe prolapse, infection, or other causes of rectal bleeding may require a different evaluation or treatment path.

Who May Be a Good Candidate

  • Internal hemorrhoid bleeding
  • Symptoms persist
  • Wants non-surgical option
  • Bleeding source confirmed
  • Suitable vessel anatomy
A full evaluation helps determine whether hemorrhoid embolization is appropriate based on symptoms, exam findings, bleeding source, imaging needs, and overall health.

Conditions Treated

Hemorrhoid embolization may be considered for selected patients with internal hemorrhoid symptoms when reducing arterial blood supply may help.

Internal Hemorrhoids

Internal hemorrhoids may cause painless bleeding, pressure, irritation, or prolapse symptoms.

Bleeding Hemorrhoids

Recurrent bleeding may require evaluation to confirm the source and select treatment.

Persistent Symptoms

Symptoms that continue despite conservative care may need additional treatment planning.

Surgical Risk Concerns

Some patients may need alternatives when traditional surgery is not preferred or carries added risk.

Benefits of Treatment

  • Reduces blood flow
  • May reduce bleeding
  • Avoids rectal incision
  • Outpatient option
  • Image-guided treatment
Benefits depend on hemorrhoid type, bleeding source, vessel anatomy, symptom severity, and follow-up care.

How the Procedure Works / What to Expect

Hemorrhoid embolization is performed using image guidance. A catheter is advanced to the arteries supplying the internal hemorrhoids, and embolic material is placed to reduce blood flow.

Preparation Before Treatment

  • Symptoms are reviewed
  • Bleeding source is checked
  • Medications are reviewed

During the Procedure

  • A catheter is placed
  • Target arteries are mapped
  • Blood flow is reduced

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Monitoring is brief
  • Symptoms are tracked
  • Follow-up may be needed

Risks / Considerations

  • Bleeding can occur
  • Pain may occur
  • Symptoms may persist

Related Treatments / Alternatives

Depending on hemorrhoid type, bleeding source, and symptom severity, embolization may be considered alongside conservative care or other hemorrhoid treatments.

Embolization

A broader image-guided technique used to block targeted blood flow in selected conditions.

Hemorrhoid Treatment

Other treatment options may include office procedures, surgery, or conservative symptom care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hemorrhoid embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces blood flow to selected internal hemorrhoids using catheter-guided embolic materials.
No. Embolization does not cut out hemorrhoids. It reduces blood supply to internal hemorrhoidal tissue, which may improve bleeding and related symptoms.
Candidates may include selected patients with symptomatic internal hemorrhoids, especially bleeding symptoms, after evaluation confirms the likely source.
Hemorrhoid embolization mainly targets internal hemorrhoids. External hemorrhoids, fissures, and other anorectal problems may need different treatment.
Risks may include bleeding, bruising, pain, infection, vessel injury, non-target embolization, incomplete symptom relief, or need for additional care.
The best option depends on symptoms, hemorrhoid type, exam findings, bleeding source, medical history, and whether other causes of rectal bleeding need evaluation.

Locations

LVVIS offers vascular evaluation and treatment planning at multiple Las Vegas locations. Choose the office that is most convenient when scheduling your visit.

LVVIS West Side Consultation Office

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Consultations and vascular evaluations

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LV2 Limb & Vascular Division

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Limb preservation and podiatry partnership care

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LVVIS East Procedure Office

2250 E Flamingo Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Procedures, diagnostics, and circulatory care

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LVVIS West Side Surgical Center

6120 S Fort Apache Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Advanced vascular and interventional procedures

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