Randomized Trial Comparing Latex and Non-Latex Bands for Treating Grade 2-3 Internal Hemorrhoids

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the use of latex versus non-latex bands in rubber band ligation for adult patients with symptomatic grade 2-3 internal hemorrhoids. The study aims to compare how well non-latex bands perform compared to latex bands in treating these hemorrhoids and to assess related side effects such as pain, bleeding, and other complications both immediately and within three weeks after the procedure. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive hemorrhoid banding with either latex or non-latex bands. The treatments are applied during the banding procedure, and both types of bands will be studied to observe their effectiveness and any adverse events. The study is single-blinded and focuses on the comparison of these two types of banding devices. During the study, participants will be monitored over 2 to 4 months to measure the success of the hemorrhoid banding and to record any banding-related adverse effects. Researchers will collect data on pain, bleeding, and other complications following the banding procedure. The overall goal is to determine the safety and performance of non-latex bands compared to latex bands in this patient population.

Trial of Latex Vs Non-latex Hemorrhoid Banding