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

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

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.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

• Albert Schweitzer ziekenhuis
  Dordrecht, Netherlands Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Robert Smeenk, MD, PhD — Albert Schweitzer Ziekenhuis, Netherlands
• Study coordinator: Max Goudberg, MD
• Email: m.r.goudberg@asz.nl
• Phone: +31622577653

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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.