A Modern, Minimally Invasive Option for Hemorrhoid Relief

Hemorrhoids are a common condition that can significantly impact daily comfort, confidence, and quality of life. Symptoms such as rectal bleeding, pain, pressure, and discomfort can make even routine activities difficult. At RIA Endovascular, we offer hemorrhoid embolization, a minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve symptoms without surgery.

What Are Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids occur when veins in the lower rectum or anus become swollen and inflamed. They may be internal or external and are often associated with chronic straining, constipation, pregnancy, or prolonged sitting. While many people try conservative treatments such as dietary changes, creams, or suppositories, these approaches may not always provide lasting relief.

What Is Hemorrhoid Embolization?

Hemorrhoid embolization, sometimes referred to as arterial embolization for hemorrhoids, is a minimally invasive procedure performed by an interventional radiologist. Instead of removing hemorrhoids surgically, this approach targets the blood flow feeding the hemorrhoidal tissue.

By carefully reducing blood flow to the hemorrhoids, the tissue shrinks over time, leading to decreased bleeding and symptom relief—without cutting, stitches, or prolonged recovery.

How the Procedure Works

Hemorrhoid embolization is performed as an outpatient procedure and typically includes:

• A tiny catheter is inserted through a small access point, usually in the wrist or groin

• Using advanced imaging guidance, the interventional radiologist identifies the arteries supplying the hemorrhoids

• Small particles are used to reduce blood flow to those vessels

• The catheter is removed, and the access site is closed

The procedure is performed with local anesthesia and light sedation, allowing patients to remain comfortable throughout.

Benefits of Hemorrhoid Embolization

Patients often choose hemorrhoid embolization because it offers:

• No surgical incisions

• Minimal discomfort

• Little to no downtime

• Low risk of complications

• Preservation of normal anatomy

• Effective relief from chronic bleeding

Many patients are able to return to normal activities within a day or two.

Who Is a Candidate?

Hemorrhoid embolization may be an excellent option for patients who:

• Have persistent hemorrhoid symptoms despite conservative treatment

• Experience chronic rectal bleeding

• Want to avoid traditional surgery

• Are not ideal surgical candidates due to other health conditions

A consultation at RIA Endovascular allows our specialists to determine whether hemorrhoid embolization is the right treatment based on each patient’s individual symptoms and medical history.

Why Choose RIA Endovascular?

At RIA Endovascular, our board-certified interventional radiologists specialize in minimally invasive, image-guided treatments that improve quality of life. Our team takes the time to listen, educate, and guide patients through every step of their care in a comfortable outpatient setting.

We believe patients deserve effective treatment options with less pain, less downtime, and real results.

Take the Next Step Toward Relief

If hemorrhoid symptoms are interfering with your daily life, you may have more options than you realize. Hemorrhoid embolization at RIA Endovascular offers a modern approach to relief—without surgery.

Contact RIA Endovascular today to schedule a consultation and learn if hemorrhoid embolization is right for you.