(hem″ә-roid-ek´tә-me) surgical excision of hemorrhoids; the most common methods are Barron ligation and laser procedures. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Type: Term Pronunciation: hem′ō-roy-dek′tŏ-mē Definitions: 1. Surgical removal of hemorrhoids; usually accomplished by excision of hemorrhoidal tissues by sharp dissection, or by application of elastic ligature at the base of the hemorrhoidal bundles to produce ischemic necrosis and ultimate ablation of the hemorrhoidecto... Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=40255
Hemorrhoidectomy: Surgical removal of hemorrhoids (enlarged and dilated veins in and around the rectum and anus). Hemorrhoidectomy is usually reserved for severe hemorrhoids if more conservative treatment measures fail to alleviate the symptoms (burning, itching, swelling, protrusion, bleeding, and pain). Hemorrhoidectomy may be done with a standar... Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=22923