Sphincterotomy – Niramayaa Superspeciality Hospital

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Sphincterotomy – Niramayaa Superspeciality Hospital

An anal fissure is a small tear in the lining of the anus, but the pain it causes can be anything but small. Many people describe a sharp, cutting or burning pain during and after passing stools, sometimes lasting for hours, along with bleeding. Over time, the fear of pain can make every visit to the toilet stressful and affect daily life, work, and sleep.

Most fissures heal with simple treatment. However, when a fissure becomes chronic and does not heal despite medicines and diet changes, a minor surgical procedure called Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy (LIS) can provide fast and long-lasting relief.

At Niramayaa Superspeciality Hospital, our experienced surgeons perform sphincterotomy with precision and care, in a comfortable and private setting, helping patients return to a pain-free routine quickly.

Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy is a short surgical procedure in which the surgeon makes a small, controlled cut in a portion of the internal anal sphincter muscle. This relieves the muscle spasm, reduces pressure in the anal canal, and improves blood flow, allowing the fissure to heal naturally.

It is considered one of the most effective treatments for chronic anal fissures that do not respond to medical treatment.

Experienced Surgeons:
Skilled in anorectal procedures with a focus on precision and safety.

Accurate Diagnosis:
Careful examination to confirm the fissure and rule out other conditions.

Quick Day-Care Procedure:
Most patients go home on the same day or the next day.

Minimal Pain, Faster Recovery:
Many patients notice significant pain relief within days of surgery.

Privacy & Dignity:
Sensitive, confidential care in a comfortable environment.

Complete Anorectal Care:
Treatment for associated conditions such as piles, fistula, and skin tags, all under one roof.

High-Fibre Diet:

Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and adequate fibre to soften stools.

Plenty of Water:

To prevent constipation.

Stool Softeners:

To make bowel movements easier and less painful.

Sitz Baths:

Sitting in warm water for 10–15 minutes, especially after bowel movements, to relax the muscle and ease pain.

Topical Medicines:

Ointments that relax the sphincter muscle and improve blood flow, along with local anaesthetic creams for pain relief.

Is sphincterotomy painful?

The procedure is done under anaesthesia, so you will not feel pain during surgery. Mild discomfort afterwards is usually well controlled with medication, and many patients find it much less painful than the fissure itself.

How soon will I feel better?

Many patients notice a significant reduction in pain within the first few days after surgery.

Will I need to stay in the hospital?

Sphincterotomy is usually a day-care procedure. Most patients go home the same day or the next day.

Can the fissure come back after surgery?

Recurrence is uncommon after sphincterotomy, especially when patients maintain healthy bowel habits and avoid constipation.

Will surgery affect bowel control?

Most patients have no long-term problems. A small number may experience temporary difficulty controlling gas, which usually improves with time. Your surgeon will explain this in detail.