Comparison of Primary Simple Closure and Limberg Flap Technique in Pilonidal Sinus
Hafiza Kiran Saleem Butt,
Aamna Nazir,
Muhammad Atif Khan
et al.
Abstract:Introduction
Pilonidal sinus is a disease affecting the intergluteal region. Many surgical techniques have been described for the treatment of this condition. The objective of this study was to compare Limberg flap technique and primary simple closure in terms of postoperative discharge.
Materials and methods
It was a randomized prospective study conducted at the Department of Surgery—removed for blind review-- from December 2018 to June 2021. Sixty male patients aged 15-30 years presenting with pilonidal sinu… Show more
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