Effect of Moolaka Ksharasutra in the Management of Arsha: A Case Report

Abstract

Background: A haemorrhoids condtion, which affects the a no rectal area and is characterised by engorgement of haemorrhoids venus plexus.it is one among Ashtamahagadha. Prevalence -Hemorrhoids are the most common benign anorectal disorder diagnosed in clinical practice and constitute about 50% of colorectal investigations. Its incidence can be seen at any age and in both genders equally. It is estimated that 50-85% of people around the world had hemorrhoids. In India 75% of the population was affected.  Aim: To evaluate the effect of ligation of Moolaka kshara sutra at 3,7 o clock position under local anesthesia.  Result and Conclusion: The effect of treatment was assessed on the basis parameter of like bleeding per rectum, pain, Sloughing and falling of pile mass and wound healing of anus .there was no reccurence noticed till 60th post operative day .This study established the effectiveness of Ksharasutra in the Arshas and identified Moolaka ksharasutra as a effective Substitute for Apamarga ksharasutra.