Banding (medical)

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Banding (medical)

Banding (pronunciation: /ˈbændɪŋ/) is a medical procedure used to treat conditions like esophageal varices and hemorrhoids. The term originates from the English word "band", referring to the elastic band used in the procedure.

Etymology

The term "banding" is derived from the English word "band", which refers to a thin, flat strip of material that is used to bind, tie, or encircle something. In the context of medical procedures, it refers to the use of an elastic band to constrict or tie off a part of the body, such as a blood vessel or hemorrhoid.

Procedure

In the banding procedure, a doctor uses a special device to apply a small, tight elastic band around the base of the hemorrhoid or varix. This cuts off the blood supply to the area, causing the tissue to die and eventually fall off. The procedure is typically performed in a doctor's office or outpatient clinic and does not require hospitalization.

Related Terms

  • Esophageal varices: Abnormal, enlarged veins in the tube that connects the throat and stomach (esophagus). Banding is often used as a treatment to prevent bleeding from these veins.
  • Hemorrhoids: Swollen veins in the lowest part of the rectum and anus. Banding is a common treatment for hemorrhoids.
  • Ligation: The surgical process of tying up an anatomical channel. Banding is a form of ligation.
  • Endoscopy: A procedure used to visually examine your digestive tract. Banding is often performed during an endoscopy.

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