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Pilonidal cyst historical perspective
Introduction
Overview
Overview
It was discussed by Herbert Mayo in 1830.[1][2][3] R.M. Hodges was the first to use the phrase “pilonidal cyst” to describe the condition in 1880. [4][5]
References
References
- ↑ “eMedicine – Pilonidal Cyst and Sinus : Article by Robert Ringelheim, MD”. Retrieved 2007-11-18.
- ↑ “The use of Wound Vacuum-assisted Closure (V.A.C.) system in the treatment of Recurrent or Complex Pilonidal Cyst Disease: Experience in 4 Adolescent Patients”. Retrieved 2007-11-18. line feed character in
|title=at position 122 (help) - ↑ Mayo H. Observations on injuries and diseases of the rectum. London: Burgess & Hill, 1833
- ↑ Hodges RM, Pilo-nidal sinus. Boston Med Surg J 1880; 103:485
- ↑ Elsner, Peter (2000). Handbook of Occupational Dermatology. Berlin: Springer. p. 821. ISBN 3-540-64046-0.
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