Hemorrhoid Embolization in Kansas City
Explore whether hemorrhoidal artery embolization could be an option for persistent hemorrhoidal bleeding. Dr. Robert Carter, Dr. Jonathan Wilson, and the team at Restore Vascular & Vein Center can help you understand the treatment and the evaluation needed to determine candidacy.
Individual evaluation required. Results and insurance coverage vary.
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Recurring rectal bleeding deserves a clear diagnosis and a thoughtful treatment plan. When internal hemorrhoids are the confirmed source, embolization may be one option to discuss after previous treatment has not provided adequate relief or when other approaches are unsuitable.
Rectal bleeding is not always caused by hemorrhoids. An examination and, when appropriate, additional testing are important before treatment.
How it works
Hemorrhoidal artery embolization is a catheter-based treatment that reduces blood flow through selected arteries supplying internal hemorrhoids. The goal is to reduce bleeding. Unlike hemorrhoidectomy, it does not surgically remove the hemorrhoidal tissue.
Confirm the diagnosis and review previous treatment and relevant medical history.
When appropriate, guide a small catheter through an artery and use imaging to target selected vessels.
Monitor recovery, bleeding symptoms, and the need for additional care.
Animation
How Embolization Reduces Blood Flow to Hemorrhoids
Computer-generated illustration of the technique. It is not a recording of an actual patient, and it does not show what your own anatomy would look like or how you would respond to treatment.
In this video
Minimally Invasive Treatment for Hemorrhoids
Educational video from Columbia Radiology, featuring Kiyon Tavakolian, MD, Interventional Radiologist. Captions are available in the player. This video is not produced by Restore Vascular & Vein Center, and Kiyon Tavakolian, MD is not Dr. Carter or Dr. Wilson or a member of our care team.
Watch on YouTubeCandidacy
These are reasons to discuss an evaluation, not automatic eligibility criteria.
Your physicians
Dr. Robert Carter and Dr. Jonathan Wilson are vascular surgeons with Restore Vascular & Vein Center. A consultation is an opportunity to discuss hemorrhoidal artery embolization, review the evaluation required, and understand its potential benefits, limitations, and alternatives.
Robert R. Carter, MD, FSVS, FACS, RPVI
Vascular Surgeon · Restore Vascular & Vein Center
Dr. Carter is a board-certified vascular surgeon who has cared for Kansas City patients for over a decade. He completed his vascular surgery fellowship at the University of Kentucky after his general surgery training at UMKC, and has served as Chief of Vascular Surgery at Truman Medical Center and Chair of Surgery at Centerpoint Medical Center.
Jonathan Wilson, DO, FSVS, FACOS, RPVI
Vascular Surgeon · Restore Vascular & Vein Center
Dr. Wilson is a board-certified vascular surgeon who has treated vascular patients across the Kansas City area since 2013. He completed his vascular surgery fellowship at the University of Missouri–Columbia and previously served as Chief of Vascular Surgery at Truman Medical Center.
Treatment choices
Some options require evaluation or treatment by a gastroenterologist or colorectal surgeon.
Symptoms can persist or return after embolization, and another treatment may be needed. Risks include access-site bleeding or bruising, infection, contrast-related complications, and unintended injury to other tissue. Serious complications can occur. Your physician will review the risks that apply to you.
Insurance & cost
Insurance coverage for hemorrhoidal artery embolization is not universal. Benefits, medical-necessity requirements, and authorization rules vary by plan. Our team can discuss the review process and any available payment options before you decide on treatment.
An evaluation does not guarantee eligibility for embolization or insurance approval.
Questions
These answers are general information and are not a substitute for an individual evaluation.
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Speak with our Kansas City team about an evaluation for bleeding internal hemorrhoids. We can explain the next steps and the information needed for your visit.
Appointment requests are for nonurgent concerns and are not continuously monitored. For heavy bleeding, fainting, or other emergency symptoms, seek immediate medical care. Do not wait for a callback.
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(816) 307-2402Restore Vascular & Vein Center
4119 NW Barry Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64154
Monday–Thursday 8:00am–6:00pm, Friday 8:00am–4:00pm
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