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SIMPLIFIED SURGERY FOR PILONIDAL SINUS
Author(s) -
Claxton R. C.
Publication year - 2007
Publication title -
anz journal of surgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.426
H-Index - 70
eISSN - 1445-2197
pISSN - 1445-1433
DOI - 10.1111/j.1445-2197.2007.04119_17.x
Subject(s) - medicine , surgery , sinus (botany) , closure (psychology) , closing (real estate) , botany , political science , economics , law , market economy , biology , genus
A simplified operation suitable for most cases of straightforward pilonidal sinus is described in detail, and results of a personal series over 10 years are presented. The operation involves simple excision with closure using deep tension sutures tied over a Telfa or Melolin roll after closing the skin with a separate layer of sutures. it may be carried out in the left or right lateral position or the prone position. The operation is done as a day surgery procedure. 1–2 weeks off work may be necessary. Results compare favourably with other operations. This operation has the advantages of simplicity, minimal post‐operative care and short time off work.