Laser Treatment for Anal Fissure- Benefits

An anal fissure is an open sore (ulcer) or tears that occurs in the lining of the anal canal. It is a common painful problem, affecting all age groups. The pathophysiology of anal fissure is based on high sphincter pressures and reduced blood supply. A LASER based treatment for fissure conditions has been started with an aim to help the patients get over the fear of surgery and find a solution for their problems. The process of laser surgery is based on generally to reduce anal pressures and increase anodermal blood flow. In this method, the Carbon Dioxide Laser Fractional is used to treat patients. Firstly, the fibrotic and granulation tissues are removed; the base and the edges of the fissure are laser beamed. Spots are made on the sphincter by the laser on its continuous mode. They are passed through the full thickness of sphincter without interrupting its continuance. After then, the area surrounding the fissure tear is irradiated by deep fractional mode of the laser to stimulate the submucosa to regenerate and rejuvenate.

Benefits of Laser Treatment:

• It is a simple, safe, and effective method to treat the anal fissure.
• It is a day care procedure and the patient may go home on the same day.
• Low pain procedure.
• Can return to work immediately.
• Aesthetically, it is the best procedure which makes the patient more confident and happy.
• The anal sphincter action is well preserved, so that, there are no chances of incontinence or fecal leakage.
• No risk of bleeding.
• Less post-operative discomfort.
• Faster recovery.
• Minimal risk and side effects.
• High success rate.