Managing a non-healing pilonidal sinus with POSiFECT e-stimulation

This article examines the care given to a female patient with a chronic non-healing wound following the surgical excision of a pilonidal sinus. Pilonidal sinus disease is a common condition which is treated by a number of surgical techniques that can lead to the formation of wounds that are frequently left to heal by secondary intention. Non-healing wounds are a challenge to health care staff that can consume health care resources for long periods of time and leave both patients and practitioners frustrated. In this case, a novel treatment modality was introduced, POSiFECT bio-electric stimulation therapy, with impressive results. This case study will examine the rationale for this therapy and explore how it might be of use in managing similar wounds.