Intraoperative Wound Irrigation for Pilonidal Disease
ConditionPilonidal Disease
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age8-30
SponsorStanford University
The purpose of this study is to determine the best method for cleaning wounds during surgery for patients with Stage 3 pilonidal disease. The investigators will compare the standard wound cleaning solution, saline, with a different solution called hypochlorous acid (Vashe, Urgo Medical) to see which one helps wounds heal faster after surgery.
Stage 3 pilonidal disease according to the Stanford Pilonidal Severity Staging System
Patients with pilonidal disease that is not classified as stage 3
Intellectual disability precluding the patient and/or guardian from being able to consent