This procedure works well for a pilonidal sinus and there are no serious concerns about its safety. A pilonidal sinus is a small infected cavity under the skin between the buttocks, just above the ...

There are different types of pilonidal cyst surgery. One involves cutting the cyst to drain the fluid, while another involves removing the cyst completely. Depending on the surgery type, a person can ...

From the Department of Surgery, Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts. Glenn — On staff of the New York Hospital, New York City. For record and address of author see "This Week's Issue," ...

The Lahey Clinic, Boston, Mass. Cattell — Surgeon, Lahey Clinic. Stoller — Formerly Assistant in Surgery, Lahey Clinic. For records and addresses of authors see ...

Laser epilation, commonly known as laser hair removal, reduced the risk of recurrence in patients with pilonidal disease, an inflammatory, painful, and sometimes chronic or recurring condition, ...

A pilonidal sinus is a small infected tract or a network of interlinking tracts under the skin between the buttocks. The exact cause is unknown but it may be from loose hairs pushing into the skin, ...