Suture Reactions
When I perform a cleft-lift, there are dozens and dozens of sutures holding the flap in place. Sutures hold tissues in position until the body’s natural healing process takes over and normal scar tissue…
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MARCH 29, 2023
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MARCH 25, 2023
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Over 25,000 Article Views
The research is making a difference Dr. Immerman published the article “The Bascom Cleft Lift for All Presentations of Pilonidal Disease” in February of 2021. Since then, it has had over 25,000 views…
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MARCH 25, 2023
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What are pilonidal “flare-ups” and how do I prevent them?
Why do “flare-ups” occur? Pilonidal disease had a tendency to intermittantly become symptomatic and then settle down. We often refer to these symptomatic episodes as “flare-ups”. Patients often question…
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AUGUST 27, 2022
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The Cosmetic Appearance of A Pilonidal Cleft Lift
What does the contour of the gluteal area look like after a cleft lift? When I am performing a cleft lift we are dealing with patients of various body shape, amount of body hair, and location of their…
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AUGUST 11, 2022
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Should I have a wide excision for my pilonidal cyst?
A very common question Here is the scenario: a patient has a pilonidal cyst and sees a board certified general surgeon in whom the patient has faith in their skills. The surgeon recommends a wide excision,…
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JUNE 24, 2022
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The Real Success Rate of Pit Picking
About minimally invasive pilonidal surgery Pit Picking (also called Bascom’s Operation, or Bascom 1) is one of the minimally invasive procedures used to treat pilonidal disease. This operation removes…
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