We systematically searched available databases. We reviewed 6,143 studies published
from 1833 to 2017. Reports in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish were …

Background Pilonidal disease is a common and usually minor disease. Although wide
excisional surgery has been common practice, there are more simple alternatives. This …

the diagnosis of pilonidal disease is most often a clinical one, based on the patient's history
and physical findings in the gluteal cleft, especially in patients with chronic or recurrent …

Pilonidal sinus disease (PSD) is increasing globally. A recent meta-analysis and merged-
data analysis showed that recurrence rates in PSD depend essentially on follow-up time and …

Background Although various methods have been described for surgical treatment of
pilonidal sinus disease, which is best is under debate. Tension-free techniques seem to be …

Background Pilonidal sinus disease (PSD) is frequently observed in young adults. There is
no wide consensus on optimal treatment in the literature, and various procedures are used …

Purpose The purpose of the study was to evaluate the outcome of pit-picking on adolescents
with pilonidal disease. Methods Patients presenting to a Pilonidal Clinic were managed by …

PURPOSE: Recurrence after surgery for pilonidal disease remains a challenge. We
investigated the application of crystallized phenol as a nonoperative treatment for patients …

Das Ziel dieser Leitlinie ist eine optimale, evidenzbasierte Therapieempfehlung, die Vor-und
Nachteile verschiedener Behandlungsverfahren aufzeigt und bewertet. Sie entstand im …

Background The pilonidal sinus is an acquired disease of hair follicles. The aim of the
present guidelines is to compare various treatment methods and to assist physicians with …