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Pilonidal disease: 25 cases treated by the Dufourmentel technique
C Manterola1, M Barroso, J C Araya
1Department of Surgery, Universidad de la Frontera, Temuco, Chile.
Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
|August 1, 1991
Summary
The Dufourmentel technique effectively treated pilonidal disease in 25 patients, showing no recurrences or infections. This surgical approach offers a promising solution for pilonidal disease management.
Area of Science:
- Surgical techniques
- Pilonidal disease treatment
- Clinical outcomes
Background:
- Pilonidal disease is a chronic condition often requiring surgical intervention.
- The Dufourmentel technique is a surgical method for treating pilonidal disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the Dufourmentel technique for pilonidal disease.
- To assess recurrence rates and surgical wound infection following the Dufourmentel procedure.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective analysis of 25 patients with pilonidal disease treated between 1984 and 1989.
- The Dufourmentel technique was employed for all patients.
- Histological confirmation of diagnosis was performed for all cases.
Main Results:
- 18 patients (72%) were women and 7 (28%) were men, with a mean age of 24 years.
- Average hospital stay was 4 days.
- No recurrences or surgical wound infections were reported in the series.
Conclusions:
- The Dufourmentel technique demonstrated a high success rate in treating pilonidal disease.
- The procedure is associated with minimal complications, including no recurrences or infections.
- This technique represents a safe and effective option for pilonidal disease management.