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Pilonidal disease

W H Isbister1, J Prasad

  • 1Department of Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
|August 1, 1995
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Area of Science:

  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Surgical Outcomes
  • Pilonidal Disease Management

Background:

  • Pilonidal disease, including abscess and sinus, presents a surgical challenge.
  • Traditional surgical management has varied outcomes.
  • Understanding long-term results of specific techniques is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the 'laying open' surgical technique for pilonidal disease.
  • To determine recurrence rates and identify patient factors influencing outcomes.
  • To assess the feasibility of day-case surgery for this condition.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 323 surgical procedures for pilonidal disease.
  • Patients managed via 'laying open' technique between 1975 and 1990.

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  • Data collected on patient demographics, presentation, recurrence, and complications.

    • Main Results:

    • A low recurrence rate of 3.8% was observed across 311 patients.
    • Pilonidal abscess patients were younger than sinus patients.
    • Minimal complications, with only one instance of postoperative bleeding requiring intervention.

    Conclusions:

    • 'Laying open' surgery is a safe and effective treatment for pilonidal disease.
    • The procedure demonstrates a low recurrence rate and minimal complications.
    • Day-case surgery is a viable option for pilonidal disease management.