Karnataka PGET Surgery MCQ Answer 15
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Pilonidal sinus
- A pilonidal sinus is a subcutaneous sinus containing hair
- Lined by granulation tissue rather than epithelium
- Usually occur in the natal cleft
- Also seen in interdigital clefts, face and axilla
- Usually seen in young adults.
- Rare after the age of 40 years
- Male : female ratio is 4:1
Aetiology
- It is generally believed to be an acquired condition Inflamed hair follicles in the cleft result in abscess or sinus formation
- Hair becomes trapped in cleft and enters sinuses
- Results in a foreign body reaction and perpetuates sinus formation
- 80% present with recurrent pain
- 80% present with a purulent discharge
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