A rare case of recurrent pilonidal sinus of scalp

Abstract

Pilonidal sinus can sometimes be found at the rare site. History of previous surgery can give important diagnostic clue. In the present study, we reported a case of a middle aged lady who has undergone surgery of scalp nodule for misdiagnosed infected sebaceous cyst. On evaluation and exploration, this turned out to be a recurrent pilonidal sinus of scalp. Pilonidal sinus should be included under the differential diagnosis of any long standing sinus over a hairy area.