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Gastroenterology
“Ointments, Suppositories, Tablets or Surgery” – Reviewing the Evidence for New and Established Treatments for Hemorrhoids – Mainpro+
DURATION
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
1
ACCREDITATION
Mainpro+
EXPIRY DATE
2015-07-08
Learning objectives
- Review the pathophysiology of hemorrhoids
- Assess a patient for common hemorrhoid symptoms and risk factors
- Review a patient for potential “red-flag” symptoms that would warrant further investigation
- Discuss different pharmacological options for the management of hemorrhoids
- Counsel a patient on the different surgical options for the management of hemorrhoids