Shenzhen TCM Anorectal Hospital

I. Hospital Profile

Shenzhen TCM Anorectal Hospital (formerly the Anorectal Department of Shenzhen Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, established as an independent institution in 2018) is a public Grade A tertiary specialized TCM hospital directly affiliated with the Shenzhen Municipal Health Commission. It stands as one of the largest and most technically advanced TCM anorectal disease treatment centers in South China. Established in 1975 as the Anorectal Specialty Department of Shenzhen Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the hospital has evolved over 48 years into an integrated model encompassing clinical practice, scientific research, teaching, and prevention. With an annual outpatient volume exceeding 300,000 visits and over 15,000 anorectal disease patients treated annually, it serves as the Vice President Unit of the Anorectal Branch of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the designated host institution for the Guangdong Provincial Quality Control Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine Anorectal Diseases. It stands as the premier hospital in Shenzhen and the surrounding regions for anorectal disease patients, renowned for its “distinctive TCM characteristics and advanced modern techniques.”

II. Technical Advantages

Guided by the core philosophy of “Traditional Chinese Medicine as the foundation, Western medicine as the application, and the integration of both,” the hospital has established three major technical barriers in the diagnosis and treatment of anorectal diseases:

• Innovation in TCM-Characteristic Therapies: Inheriting the essence of renowned TCM traditions like “Ding's Hemorrhoidology” and “An's Anorectal Medicine,” the hospital has developed over 20 proprietary formulations, including the “Chinese Herbal Fumigation Wash Formula III” and the " Modified Tissue-Repairing Jade Red Ointment," among over 20 proprietary formulations. Combined with external therapies like acupuncture, moxibustion, and acupoint plaster application, these treatments deliver remarkable efficacy for conditions such as circumferential mixed hemorrhoids, highly complex anal fistulas, and chronic constipation. Postoperative pain scores decrease by 40%, and healing cycles shorten by 30%.

• Precision Minimally Invasive Techniques: Equipped with 3D ultra-high-definition electronic anoscopes, transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) systems, and automatic rubber band ligators (RPH), the department performs minimally invasive procedures including stapled hemorrhoidopexy (PPH) and transsphincteric hemorrhoidectomy (TST). Annual procedures exceed 8,000, with minimally invasive techniques accounting for 92% of cases and an average hospital stay of just 4.5 days.

• Complex Case Management Capabilities: For challenging conditions like Crohn's disease fistulas, anastomotic leaks after colorectal cancer surgery, and pilonidal cysts, multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) integrate traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) internal treatments with modern surgical interventions. Success rates reach 89%, with related achievements earning the Second Prize in Guangdong Province's TCM Science and Technology Progress Awards.

III. Hospital's Leading Specialties

Guided by the principle of “specialized treatment for specific diseases and brand-building,” the hospital has established five nationally renowned specialties:

1. Hemorrhoid and Fistula Department (National Key TCM Specialty): Specializes in treating circumferential mixed hemorrhoids, high anal fistulas, and perianal abscesses. Pioneered the “segmental barbed ligation + TCM tissue regeneration” procedure, achieving a recurrence rate below 5% (industry average approx. 12%).

2. Constipation Department (Guangdong Provincial Key TCM Specialty): Treats functional constipation and slow-transit constipation with a three-pronged approach combining oral Chinese herbal medicine, biofeedback therapy, and colonic irrigation. Achieves over 90% effectiveness, earning it the patient-given nickname “The Final Stop for Constipation.”

3. Colon Internal Medicine: Focusing on ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome, we adhere to the therapeutic principle of “strengthening the spleen to eliminate dampness and regulating the intestines to stop diarrhea.” Our combination of Chinese medicine retention enemas with probiotic therapy has demonstrated remarkable efficacy and has been included in the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine's promotion program.

4. Anorectal Surgery: Conducts early screening for colorectal tumors and performs sphincter-preserving surgery for low rectal cancer. Integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine's “strengthening the body's defenses and expelling pathogens” theory to reduce postoperative side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, enhancing patient quality of life.

5. Preventive Medicine Department: Targeting high-risk groups like sedentary workers and pregnant women, we offer a preventive package combining anal muscle exercise guidance, medicinal diet therapy, and acupoint massage. This serves over 20,000 healthy individuals annually.

IV. Hospital Department Structure

Department layout prioritizes anorectal specialization while integrating prevention and rehabilitation:

• Clinical Departments: Hemorrhoid and Fistula Department, Colorectal Medicine Department, Anorectal Surgery Department, Constipation Department, Colorectal Oncology Department, Pediatric Anorectal Department (specializing in pediatric anal fissures and rectal prolapse), Preventive Medicine Department, Emergency Anorectal Department (24-hour critical care).

• Medical Technology Departments: Endoscopy Center (equipped with Fuji 4400 HD colonoscope), Anorectal Function Testing Center (anal rectal manometry, pelvic floor electromyography), Traditional Chinese Medicine Preparation Room (producing 28 specialized in-house formulations), Pathology Department, Imaging Department.

V. Advanced Medical Equipment

The hospital integrates traditional Chinese medicine tools with modern technological devices to support precise diagnosis and treatment:

• Traditional Chinese Medicine Specialty Equipment: Smart herbal fumigation machine (adjustable temperature/herbal solution concentration), electronic moxibustion device, acupoint patch therapy device, colon hydrotherapy machine (purely physical intestinal cleansing, non-addictive).

• Modern Diagnostic & Therapeutic Equipment: 3D Electronic Anoscope (0.1mm resolution for precise lesion localization), Transanal Ultrasonic Scalpel (minimally invasive cutting with hemostasis), Laparoscope (for colorectal tumor surgery), Biofeedback Therapy Device (constipation functional training).

• Formulation R&D Equipment: Traditional Chinese Medicine extraction and concentration units, intelligent temperature-controlled paste preparation system (ensuring consistent quality of in-house formulations).

VI. Hospital Nature and Grade

• Nature: Public non-profit specialized Traditional Chinese Medicine hospital affiliated with Shenzhen Municipal Health Commission. Serves as the base institution for the Shenzhen Traditional Chinese Medicine Anorectal Medical Quality Control Center and Shenzhen Anorectal Disease Prevention and Research Institute.

• Grade: Grade A Level 3 TCM specialty hospital (accredited in 2021), currently leading the development of Shenzhen's TCM Anorectal Diagnosis and Treatment Standards.

VII. International Patient Services

In response to Shenzhen's growing internationalization, the hospital launched the “TCM Anorectal International Care Program”:

• Multilingual Care: Staffed with dedicated English and Cantonese-speaking guides and interpreters. Key department physicians can communicate in basic English. English appointment and consultation hotlines are available.

• International Insurance Integration: Contracts with over 10 global insurers, including Aetna and AXA. Supports direct payment for outpatient/inpatient services and streamlined claims processing.

• Culturally Adaptive Services: Respecting patient privacy with private consultation rooms and gender-segregated examination schedules. Customized low-fiber/non-irritating meals for dietary needs.

• Remote Consultations: Collaborations established with Cleveland Clinic Gastroenterology (USA) and Singapore General Hospital Colorectal Surgery (Singapore). Video conferencing enables international expert opinions for complex cases.

VIII. Medical Rankings and Recognition

• Domestic Rankings: Ranked among China's Top 5 Competitive Traditional Chinese Medicine Anorectal Hospitals for five consecutive years (Ailipi Hospital Management Research Center); both Hemorrhoid/Fistula and Constipation Departments designated as National TCM Specialty Development Units.

• International Influence: Serves as Vice President Unit of the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies' Anorectal Committee, hosting three editions of the International TCM Anorectal Forum; Collaborates with universities in the US, Germany, and other countries on integrated Chinese-Western medicine research for anorectal diseases.

• Patient Reputation: In Shenzhen Health Commission satisfaction surveys, overall satisfaction has exceeded 97% for eight consecutive years. Overseas patients from the US and Australia report: “TCM treatment causes minimal discomfort with low recurrence rates—the experience far exceeded expectations.”

IX. International Patient Testimonials

• “After unsuccessful treatment for a high anal fistula back home, I came here on a friend's recommendation. The doctor used herbal fumigation combined with minimally invasive surgery. It healed in just 3 weeks and now doesn't affect my life at all!” — Mr. David Wilson (USA)

• “As a long-term constipation sufferer, the biofeedback therapy + herbal medicine regulation here is amazing! No laxatives needed—I now have regular bowel movements daily.” — —Mrs. Fatima (Saudi Arabia)

X. Contact Information, Address, and Transportation Routes

• Hospital Address: No. 1 Fuhua Road, Futian District, Shenzhen (Near Gangxia Metro Station, adjacent to Civic Center).

• Transportation Routes:

• Subway: Exit A from Gangxia Station (Lines 1/2/11), 3-minute walk.

• Bus: Take routes 14, 33, 38, 62, or E18 to Civic Center East Station; or routes N9 or Peak Line 17 to Fuhua Road Gangxia Village Station.

• Driving: The hospital features an underground parking garage (first hour free, subsequent hours at ¥10/hour). Public parking spaces are available on nearby Fuhua 3rd Road and Jintian Road.

Conclusion

Shenzhen TCM Anorectal Hospital upholds the mission of “Preserving millennia of wisdom, safeguarding anorectal health.” It stands as both a living inheritor of traditional Chinese anorectal medicine and an innovator in modern medical practices. Moving forward, the hospital will deepen its integrated Chinese-Western medical treatment model, expand international healthcare services, and strive to become a “domestically leading, internationally renowned” center for TCM anorectal medicine. We are committed to providing global patients with compassionate, effective healthcare services.

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