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Prevalence of Benign Anorectal Diseases in Patients Consulting a General Surgeon
Abstract: Background: Benign anorectal diseases are largely underestimated in surgical practice. Studies have shown that patients conceal anal symptoms leading to late diagnosis and treatment. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of proctological symptoms in patients consulting a surgical clinic which constitute approximately 15% of the surgical outpatient load. Methods: In this observational study, all adult patients consulting the surgical clinic at a peripheral hospital in Nasik, …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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A Conceptual Study of Anatomy and Physiology of Anal Canal
Abstract: A detailed descriptive study of anatomy and physiology of the body as a whole and individual parts or organs is the chief tool to reach a proper diagnosis. The anorectal area besides being complex structurally and functionally is the commonest site for diseases of lower Gastrointestinal tract. Thus, great stalwarts of anorectal surgery Milligan and Morgan and McGregor have provided detail description of the part, the aspects of general as …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Hydro-distension Assisted Dissection of the Distal Pouch in PSARP: A Novel Technique
Abstract: Posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) is the standard treatment of high and intermediate anorectal malformations (ARM). Meticulous identification and preservation of structures and their proper anatomical reconstruction are essential principles to obtain optimal results. Whilst there have been studies to help identify the recto-urethral fistulae itself, through endoscopic or radiologic means, a technique to identify the rectal pouch and to make dissection easier has seldom been described. The aim of this …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Therapeutic Potential of Terminalia arjuna Bark in the Management of Hemorrhoids: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Background: Hemorrhoids appear frequently among anorectal disorders since they create vascular swelling together with pain symptoms, while leading to bleeding and mucosal tissue tending to slide out. Though effective therapy exists, traditional treatments produce various adverse effects and lead to recurrence and inconsistent patient following of medical recommendations over the long term. Plantbased therapeutic medicines have gained rising demand, which leads experts to investigate medicinal plants with established pharmacological effects. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Efficacy of a Unani Formulation in Internal Hemorrhoids (Bawaseer-E-Ghaira)
Abstract: Haemorrhoids are one of the most common anorectal disorders encountered in the general population. Haemorrhoids are the most common (30‑40%) cause of lower GI bleeding in India. The present study has been designed to validate the effect of Unani formulation in the management of Bawaseer-e-ghaira (Internal haemorrhoids of Grade-I and II degree) on scientific parameters. The ingredients of Unani formulation are Bisfaij, Zarnabad, Rasaut, Muqil, Maghz tukhm Neem and Gulab. …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Hemorrhoids (Bawaseer) in Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Hemorrhoids are one of the most common anorectal disorders encountered in the general population as well as in clinical practice. The term “Hemorrhoid” was most likely first used by Hippocrates (Buqrat) to explain the bleeding from the veins of the anus. It is derived from two Greek words “haima" means blood, “rhoos" means flowing. Bawaseer are dilated veins occurring in relation to the anal canal. In normal population the disease …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Therapeutic Approach for the Management of Bawaseer (Hemorrhoid)
Abstract: Varicosities of the veins of anal canal are known as hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids or piles are a common ailment among adults. More than half of men and women aged 50 years and older will develop hemorrhoid symptoms during their lifetime. It occurs in the anal canal and causes both discomfort and embarrassment to the sufferers. Direct costs to the health care system and indirect cost through absence from work are high. …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Relevance of Unani Medicine (Greco-Arab Medicine) in Management of Bawāsῑr (Hemorrhoids): An Updated Review
Abstract: Hemorrhoids is a prevalent anorectal disease with substantial compromise in quality of life, and various important factors are implicated in its causation. Increased abdominal pressure, excessive straining and hard stool lead to the venous engorgement of the hemorrhoidal plexus clinically characterized by per rectal bleeding, thrombosis and symptomatic prolapse of haemorrhoidal mass. In Unani System of medicine, the primary cause for the development of hemorrhoidal disease is focal retention of …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Shiqaq-e-Maqad (Fissure in Ano) As Per Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Anal fissure is one of the most common anorectal condition encountered in clinical practice. It is a longitudinal split in the anoderm, with surrounding oedema and inflammatory induration which causes painful defecation, bleeding with streaks of blood on the surface of stool or on toilet paper and itching per rectum. As per Modern aspect, the aetiology of anal fissure is not known. They generally arise with local trauma caused by …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Effects of a Unani Polyherbal Formulation, Itrifal Mulayyan, on First and Second Degree Internal Haemorrhoids
Abstract: Background: Haemorrhoids are dilatation and tortuosity of anorectal vessels. Haemorrhoids above dentate line are called internal haemorrhoids and those below are called external haemorrhoids. These are caused mainly due to constipation. In 1st degree haemorrhoids, there is bleeding per rectum; in 2nd degree haemorrhoids along with bleeding there is prolapse of pile mass which reduces spontaneously. First- and second-degree haemorrhoids are the initial stages of internal haemorrhoids. If treatment is …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–22 Read article