Hemorrhoidal Artery Embolization (HAE)

Hemorrhoidal Artery Embolization (HAE) is an innovative, minimally invasive treatment for internal hemorrhoids that cause bleeding, swelling, or discomfort when other therapies haven’t provided relief. It offers an alternative for patients whose symptoms persist despite conservative measures such as dietary changes, topical treatments, or banding procedures.

During HAE, our interventional radiologists uses advanced imaging to navigate a thin catheter into the arteries supplying the hemorrhoidal tissue. Tiny particles are then delivered to reduce blood flow, allowing the swollen veins to shrink naturally. This interruption of blood supply relieves symptoms, promotes healing, and minimizes recurrence—without incisions or direct manipulation of sensitive tissue.

Choosing HAE at VIS of CORA offers numerous benefits:

• Minimally invasive and well-tolerated. No cutting or sutures—performed through a tiny puncture in the skin.
• Fast recovery. Most patients return to normal activities within days.
• Effective and durable. Studies show significant, lasting reductions in bleeding and discomfort.
• Preserves anatomy. HAE treats symptoms at their source without altering the anal canal or rectal structure.