Is oval flap reconstruction a good modification for treating pilonidal sinuses? - 19/08/11
, Bulent Gungor, M.D., Servet Karagul, M.D., Sercan Buyukakıncak, M.D., Koray Topgul, M.D., Kenan Erzurumlu, M.D.
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Background |
Flap techniques are acceptable for the surgical treatment of pilonidal sinuses. This study assessed a new modification of the rhomboid flap technique.
Methods |
The study included 133 patients with pilonidal disease who were treated between April 2004 and April 2009. The pilonidal sinus was removed with an oval excision, and an oval head rhomboid flap was prepared to reduce flap necrosis.
Results |
The mean age of the patients was 27.4 ± 4.6 years (range, 13–80). The rate of minor postoperative complications was 11.3%. The mean hospital stay was 2.3 ± .8 days (range, 1–6). The rate of recurrence was 1.5%. Regarding cosmetic results, 116 (87%) patients were very pleased, 15 (11.2%) were pleased, and 5 (3%) were displeased. The mean follow-up period was 22.5 ± 12.4 months (range, 5–57).
Conclusions |
The oval flap reconstruction method is a recommended procedure that produces fewer ischemic flaps with a low rate of recurrence and acceptable cosmesis.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Pilonidal sinus, Oval excision of pilonidal sinus, Oval flap reconstruction
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Vol 201 - N° 2
P. 192-196 - février 2011 Retour au numéro
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