Improving wound healing for complex pilonidal sinus disease with a new care pathway

Bascom Cleft Lift for Primary Wound Healing in Complex and Recurrent Sacrococcygeal Pilonidal Sinus Disease

Albert Schweitzer Ziekenhuis, Netherlands · NCT06683274

This study is testing a new care plan for people with complex pilonidal sinus disease to see if it helps them heal faster and get back to their normal activities better than the usual surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment58 (estimated)
Ages16 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAlbert Schweitzer Ziekenhuis, Netherlands (other)
Locations1 site (Dordrecht)
Trial IDNCT06683274 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to enhance the treatment of patients suffering from complex or recurrent pilonidal sinus disease by establishing a best practice care pathway that includes a standardized cleft lift operation. The study will compare the effectiveness of this new approach against traditional excision techniques in terms of wound healing time and the duration required for patients to return to their normal activities. By implementing this standardized method, the researchers hope to provide better outcomes for patients undergoing surgical treatment for this condition.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 16 and older who have symptomatic complex or recurrent pilonidal sinus disease and are scheduled for surgical treatment.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant or unable to provide informed consent due to language barriers will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to faster recovery times and improved quality of life for patients with complex pilonidal sinus disease.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in improving surgical outcomes for pilonidal sinus disease.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 16 years of age and older
* Symptomatic complex or recurrent pilonidal sinus disease
* Planned for surgical treatment
* Signed informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant
* Insufficient understanding of the Dutch language or otherwise unable to give consent

Where this trial is running

Dordrecht

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Pilonidal Sinus, Pilonidal sinus, Bascom cleft lift

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.