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Pilonidal sinus with an anal canal fistula. Report of a case
G Accarpio1, M D Davini, A Fazio
1Universita Degli Studi Di Genova, Cattedra di Patologia Chirurgica R, Italy.
Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
|December 1, 1988
Abstract:
A rare case of a pilonidal cyst with the fistulous tract situated inside the anal canal is described. This is the sixth such case in the medical literature.
Insights
This study describes a rare pilonidal cyst case where the fistulous tract was located within the anal canal. This is only the sixth documented instance in medical literature, highlighting its extreme rarity.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Colorectal Surgery
Background:
- Pilonidal cysts are typically found in the sacrococcygeal region.
- Anal canal pathologies can present with diverse and sometimes unusual symptoms.
Observation:
- A rare case of a pilonidal cyst is presented.
- The fistulous tract of this pilonidal cyst was uniquely located inside the anal canal.
Findings:
- This represents the sixth reported case of an intra-anal pilonidal cyst in medical literature.
- The anatomical location of the fistulous tract is the key distinguishing feature.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of pilonidal cyst presentations.
- It highlights the importance of considering atypical locations for anal canal pathologies.
- Further investigation into the etiology of intra-anal pilonidal cysts may be warranted.