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.