Perineal pilonidal sinus after an antero-posterior resection of rectum: case report

Introduction : Pilonidal sinus is common in sacroiliac region and occasionally occurs in the interdigital web space.Method : We describe an unusual case of an acquired implantation pilonidal sinus involving the perineal wound which occurred after an anteroposterior resection of the rectum.Result/Discussion : This patient was successfully treated by excision of the sinuses. Recognition and treatment of this condition may cure the patient with a persistent post operative perineal sinus.