CompletedPhase 2

The Use of Topical Anaesthetic in the Banding of Internal Haemorrhoids

United Kingdom38 participantsStarted 2019-10-17

Plain-language summary

The investigators' aim is to assess if they can complete a study measuring the effect of local anaesthetic gel (Instillagel) on reducing pain experienced by patients undergoing a common treatment for haemorrhoids (piles). This treatment is called rubber band ligation and is commonly performed in the investigators'clinics.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Symptomatic grade 1-3 haemorrhoid disease, 18+ years old, English is the first language. Exclusion Criteria: * Allergy to active ingredients of Instillagel, Allergy to local anaesthetic, Chronic liver disease, Grade 4 haemorrhoid disease, Pregnancy, Inflammatory bowel disease, Pre-existing anorectal disease.

What they're measuring

Patient recruitment rate

Timeframe: 5 months

Treatment acceptability to patients

Timeframe: 5 months

Patient retention

Timeframe: 5 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04031131

SponsorJulie Dawson

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2020-01-31

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