Clinical trial No longer in our active list Interventional Ages 18 to 65

Comparing two surgical techniques for treating pilonidal sinus disease

Official title: Karydakis Flap Procedure Versus Burow's Triangle Advancement Flap Procedure in the Surgical Treatment of Sacrococcygeal Pilonidal Sinus Disease

Run by Istanbul Sultanbeyli State Hospital · NCT05289297 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study is testing which of two surgical techniques works better for treating pilonidal sinus disease by looking at recovery time, complications, and chances of the problem coming back.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment80 (estimated)
SponsorIstanbul Sultanbeyli State Hospital
Government
Locations1 site (Istanbul)
Trial IDNCT05289297 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 with primary pilonidal sinus disease and no active infections.

Probably not a fit

Patients with recurrent pilonidal sinus cases or significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study compares the Karydakis flap and Burow's Triangle Advancement Flap techniques for surgical treatment of pilonidal sinus disease. It focuses on evaluating complications, recovery time, and recurrence rates associated with each technique. The study aims to determine which method is more effective and efficient for patients suffering from this condition. By analyzing these two approaches, the research seeks to provide clearer guidance on optimal surgical practices for pilonidal sinus disease.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and faster recovery for patients with pilonidal sinus disease.

How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing debate about the best surgical technique for pilonidal sinus disease, similar studies have shown varying degrees of success with different flap techniques.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients between the ages of 18-65
* Primary pilonidal sinus disease
* No abscess and absence of active infection during the operation

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients under the age of 18 and over the age of 65
* Recurrent pilonidal sinus cases
* Patients with chronic comorbidities such as immunosuppression, collagen tissue disease, insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, and neurological disease
* Patients with an ASA score of 3-4
* Patients with a body mass index greater than 35 kg/m2
* Patients with drug and alcohol addiction

Where it's running

  • Istanbul Sultanbeyli State Hospital
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.