Comparing phenol and laser treatments for pilonidal sinus

Minimally Invasive Treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease: Which is Better? Phenol or Laser Ablation

Mersin University · NCT06721169

This study is testing whether phenol or laser treatment works better for adults with pilonidal sinus disease who haven't had treatment before.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment64 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorMersin University (other)
Locations1 site (Mersin)
Trial IDNCT06721169 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of phenol versus laser ablation as minimally invasive treatments for pilonidal sinus disease. It focuses on patients aged 18 and older who have not undergone previous treatment for this condition. The study will collect and analyze clinical characteristics and outcomes to determine which treatment option may provide better results for patients suffering from this common condition. The research addresses a gap in the current understanding of optimal treatment methods for pilonidal sinus disease.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with uncomplicated pilonidal sinus disease who have not received prior treatment.

Not a fit: Patients with complicated pilonidal sinus disease or those who have previously been treated for this condition may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify the most effective minimally invasive treatment for pilonidal sinus disease, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been various approaches to treating pilonidal sinus disease, the comparative effectiveness of phenol and laser treatments specifically has not been extensively studied, making this a novel investigation.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged 18 years and older with pilonidal sinus disease
* Patients who have not had any previous treatment for pilonidal sinus disease
* Patients with uncomplicated pilonidal sinus
* Having been diagnosed with pilonidal sinus disease
* Patients whose descriptive and clinical characteristics are recorded in their medical files
* Those who have signed the Informed Voluntary Consent Form/Written Consent Form

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have previously been treated for pilonidal sinus disease
* Patients with complicated pilonidal sinus disease
* Patients aged under 18
* Patients whose descriptive and clinical characteristics are not recorded in their file records
* Those who have not signed the Informed Voluntary Consent Form/Written Consent Form

Where this trial is running

Mersin

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Pilonidal Sinus Treatment, Pilonidal Sinus Disorder, Surgical Outcomes, Pilonidal Disease, Phenol, Laser Ablation

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.