Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

Pilonidal Sinus a small hole or tunnel-like gap just above the buttock. Surgery of a pilonidal sinus involves making a small surgical incision to open it and to allow the pus and debris to drain away, then the incision will be closed.

What are the advantages of Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

Advantages of Pilonidal Sinus Surgery are:

1. Increased Comfort
2. Sore skin will be healed
3. Quality of life will be increased
4. Infections will be treated

What are the indications of Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

Indications for Pilonidal Sinus Surgery are the following:

1. Abscess
2. A cyst (a closed sac filled with pus)
3. Fever
4. Hair protruding from the lesion
5. Swelling of the cyst
6. Pain while sitting

What are the steps involved in Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

1. The patient will be given local anesthesia at the site of surgery to be performed.
2. Then a small incision is made and the lesion is opened, to remove pus and debris from the sinus formed.
3. After cleaning the wound, it is packed with cotton gauze bandages if the incision site is kept open. Or the incision will be stitched closed.

Who are the best surgeons/doctors to perform Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

A certified and trained General Surgeon and a Dermatologist who is well experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Surgery can perform this surgery.

What is the cost of Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

The minimum cost for Pilonidal sinus Surgery in Bangalore starts from Rs. 7,630

The average expenses for Pilonidal sinus Surgery in Bangalore are approximately Rs. 33,077

The maximum amount to be paid for Pilonidal sinus Surgery in Bangalore rises up to Rs. 48,900

Cost of Pilonidal sinus Surgery depends on factors such as:

1. Admission fee
2. Doctor fee
3. Age of the patient
4. The medical condition of the patient
5. Post-surgical complications that are involved
6. Type of Hospital
7. The admission room that you opted for
8. Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc

Is Pilonidal Sinus Surgery a major surgery or minor surgery?

Pilonidal Sinus Surgery is considered a minor surgery as recovery time required is very less.

What are the risks and complications associated with Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

Few risks and complications associated with Pilonidal Sinus Surgery are:

1. Severe pain
2. Inflammation
3. Swelling
4. Fever
5. Blood and pus in the incision site
6. Foul odor

How long does it take to complete Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

Pilonidal Sinus Surgery usually takes around 30 minutes to complete.

What is the recovery time for Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

Recovery time of the incision if left open is 4-6 weeks and if the incision is closed then it is 2-4weeks.

What is the success rate of Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

The success rate of Pilonidal Sinus Surgery depends on the following factors: 

1. Age of the patient
2. The medical condition of the patient
3. Experience of the surgeon/doctor
4. Type of surgery or procedure performed

However, the success rate of Pilonidal Sinus Surgery maybe 85-95%.

Is Pilonidal Sinus Surgery permanent?

Pilonidal sinus Surgery is a permanent surgical procedure as it removes the debris or pus permanently.

Can Pilonidal Sinus Surgery be detected in the future?

Pilonidal Sinus Surgery cannot be detected in the future as it is minimally invasive and the incision scar will also fade after a few months.

What are the options if Pilonidal Sinus Surgery fails?

If Pilonidal Sinus Surgery fails, then the doctor may recommend revision surgery or an alternative approach.

What are the alternatives for Pilonidal Sinus Surgery?

Alternatives for Pilonidal Sinus Surgery are:

1. Lancing
2. Conservative treatment
3. Phenol injections