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Carme Grande-Moreillo1,2, Sara Fuentes-Carretero1, Francesca Corella-Vicente3
1Pediatric Surgery Department Hospital Universitari Mútua Terrassa, Terrassa, Spain.
Pediatric Dermatology
|February 27, 2024
Summary
Pilonidal sinus disease usually affects the sacrococcygeal area. This report details a rare instance of pilonidal sinus occurring on the scalp and its successful management.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Pilonidal sinus disease (PSD) commonly occurs in the sacrococcygeal region.
- While typically post-pubertal and affecting males, PSD can manifest in diverse anatomical sites.
Observation:
- A rare case of pilonidal sinus located on the scalp is presented.
- This presentation is unusual due to the typical location of the disease.
Findings:
- The study documents the clinical presentation of a scalp pilonidal sinus.
- Management strategies for this rare condition are discussed.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering extragenital locations for pilonidal sinus.
- Contributes to the understanding of the differential diagnosis for scalp lesions.
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