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Pilonidal sinus in an amputee.

F Khan1, R Fisher

  • 1Princess Alexandra Hospital, Royal Air Force, Swindon, Wiltshire.

Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps
|June 1, 1991
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A pilonidal sinus, a rare condition, developed on the thigh of an above-knee amputee. This suggests similar causes to "Jeep Bottom" in military personnel may affect amputation stumps.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Surgical Pathology
  • Wound Healing

Background:

  • Pilonidal sinus is typically found in the sacrococcygeal region.
  • The condition is characterized by inflammation and infection, often due to hair follicles.
  • Unusual presentations require investigation into underlying etiological factors.

Observation:

  • A case of pilonidal sinus occurred in the superior-medial thigh of an above-knee amputee.
  • This location is highly atypical for pilonidal sinus development.
  • The patient was a casualty from the Falklands campaign.

Findings:

  • The development of pilonidal sinus in an amputation stump is rare.
  • The proposed etiology links this case to the "Jeep Bottom" phenomenon observed in World War II.

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  • Shared etiological factors may predispose individuals with specific anatomical alterations to pilonidal sinus formation.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of considering atypical presentations of common conditions.
    • Understanding the "Jeep Bottom" etiology may inform prevention and management strategies for similar cases in amputees.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the biomechanical and environmental factors contributing to pilonidal sinus in unusual sites.