Long‐Term Outcomes of Sinus Laser‐Assisted Closure in Primary Versus Recurrent Sacrococcygeal Pilonidal Sinus Disease: A Retrospective Cohort Study

SiLaC demonstrated acceptable recurrence rates for primary SPSD comparable to other minimally invasive techniques at long-term follow-up, but significantly poorer outcomes in recurrent disease. Therefore, SiLaC may be considered a feasible first-line option for primary SPSD, while recurrent cases require careful patient selection and consideration of alternative treatments.

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World Journal of Surgery
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2026-03-15
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https://doi.org/10.1002/wjs.70299
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Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes
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Long‐Term Outcomes of Sinus Laser‐Assisted Closure in Primary Versus Recurrent Sacrococcygeal Pilonidal Sinus Disease: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Ruben Schouten, Laurens Vyth van Kempen, Stef J. M. Smeets
World Journal of Surgery
Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes
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Long‐Term Outcomes of Sinus Laser‐Assisted Closure in Primary Versus Recurrent Sacrococcygeal Pilonidal Sinus Disease: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Ruben Schouten, Laurens Vyth van Kempen, Stef J. M. Smeets
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Abstract

SiLaC demonstrated acceptable recurrence rates for primary SPSD comparable to other minimally invasive techniques at long-term follow-up, but significantly poorer outcomes in recurrent disease. Therefore, SiLaC may be considered a feasible first-line option for primary SPSD, while recurrent cases require careful patient selection and consideration of alternative treatments.

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Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes
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