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| Outcome or subgroup title | No. of studies | No. of participants | Statistical method | Effect size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 recurrent internal hemorrhoids seen at final follow‐up | 12 | 955 | Odds Ratio (M‐H, Random, 95% CI) | 3.22 [1.59, 6.51] |
| 2 hemorrhoids at follow‐up >1 year but < 2years | 6 | 417 | Odds Ratio (M‐H, Random, 95% CI) | 3.60 [1.24, 10.49] |
| 3 hemorrhoids at follow‐up >2years | 3 | 140 | Odds Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 5.07 [0.83, 30.93] |
