Background and Aims: The aim of this study is to analyze and compare the
early complications and recurrent results of Z-plasty, Limberg flap, and
asymmetric modified Limberg flap both demographically and clinically.
Materials and Methods: Between March 2009 and February 2010, a total of 45
patients with pilonidal sinus were enrolled in this study. 10 of 45 patients
(22.2%) required Z-plasty; 24 patients (53.3%) had surgery with Limberg flap
closure, and 11 patients (24.4%) had asymmetric modified Limberg flap.
Results: A total of 45 patients were included in the study (mean age: 23.36
>+3.4 (range, 20-33) years). When we compared duration of operation and the
length of stay in hospital, no statistically significant findings were
detected (p=0.595 and p=0.23, respectively). The mean follow-up was 22.4
(range, 18-24) months. Recurrence was not seen in any of the patients.
Conclusions: Our results were similar: the comparison of the three techniques
revealed no significant differences regarding early complications and
recurrence.
A systemic type of juvenile idiopathic (rheumatoid) arthritis in children and adolescents: new in the treatment (review of literature and own observations)
