Karydakis procedure versus Limberg flap for treatment of pilonidal sinus: an updated meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Sameh Hany EmileSualeh Muslim KhanSamer Hani BarsomSteven D Wexner

Published in: International journal of colorectal disease (2021)

KP and LF were followed by similar rates of complications and failure of healing of PND and comparable stay, pain scores, and time to wound healing. KP was associated with higher rates of seroma and wound infection, shorter time to return to work, and higher cosmetic satisfaction than LF.

Keyphrases

wound healing
chronic pain
pain management
minimally invasive
risk factors
neuropathic pain
combination therapy
soft tissue
spinal cord
smoking cessation