This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows:

The primary aim of this review is to compare the therapeutic efficacy (both short and long‐term) of rubber band ligation and excision haemorrhoidectomy with respect to symptom control. In addition, post‐procedure pain, days to return to work, re‐treatment rate, continence, reported complication rate, and quality of life scores associated with each procedure will be evaluated.