Laser Fissure Surgery
Laser Fissure Surgery
Laser fissure surgery is a minimally invasive treatment option for chronic anal fissures that do not improve with medicines, dietary changes, or other conservative treatments. The procedure uses focused laser energy to treat the affected fissure area while aiming to minimize tissue trauma.
What Is an Anal Fissure?
An anal fissure is a small tear in the lining of the anus, commonly causing pain, burning, and discomfort during or after bowel movements. Chronic fissures may develop when the wound repeatedly fails to heal.
How Does Laser Fissure Surgery Work?
During laser fissure surgery, the surgeon uses a specialized laser technique to address the chronic fissure and promote healing. Depending on the patient’s condition, the surgeon may also address increased anal muscle tightness contributing to the fissure.
The exact treatment approach is determined after evaluating the fissure, symptoms, medical history, and overall health.
Benefits of Laser Fissure Surgery
- Minimally invasive treatment approach
- Precise treatment of the affected area
- Reduced tissue trauma compared with some conventional procedures
- Generally less postoperative discomfort
- Small or minimal surgical wound
- Faster return to routine activities in suitable patients
- May be performed as a day-care procedure in selected cases
Who May Need Laser Fissure Surgery?
Laser treatment may be considered for patients with chronic or recurrent anal fissures, particularly when symptoms persist despite appropriate non-surgical treatment. A specialist evaluation is important to determine whether laser surgery is suitable.
Recovery After Laser Fissure Surgery
Recovery varies from patient to patient. Your surgeon may recommend keeping the area clean, maintaining adequate fluid and fibre intake, avoiding constipation, and following prescribed medicines and wound-care instructions. Most patients can gradually return to their normal activities according to their individual recovery.