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Hartlieb L, Funovits P, Pipam W, Rab M. Is there any gender-specific impact in the treatment of patients with basal cell carcinoma in the head and neck region? JPRAS Open 2023; 38:193-200. [PMID: 37920283 PMCID: PMC10618615 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpra.2023.09.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023] Open
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Background There are no current studies concerning gender-specific impact on the treatment of BCCs. We performed a retrospective analysis with the aim of showing that selection of treatment by physician and patients' evaluation concerning quality of life and aesthetic outcome has a gender-specific impact. Methods Overall, 47 patients treated by excision of BCC from the head and neck region at our department from 2015 to 2020 were included. Defects were closed via flap, split-thickness skin graft. or primary closure. Pain, scar quality, patient satisfaction and quality of life were ascertained by the Skin Cancer Index (SCI), the Basal and Squamous Cell Carcinoma Quality of Life (BaSQoL) questionnaire, Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSASv2.0EN) and Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS). Results Women received significantly more flaps than split-thickness skin grafts (p = 0.025). The coverage method was independent of surgeons' gender.Patient's POSAS were higher in women (p = 0.087), and observer's POSAS (p = 0.229) and VSS (p = 0.7) showed no significant difference between genders.SCI and BaSQoL scores showed that women are significantly more critical than men after BCC treatment (SCI p = 0; BaSQoL p = 0.022). Furthermore, dermatological follow-up frequency was significantly higher in women (p = 0.035). Conclusion We determined the gender-specific impacts on the treatment of patients with BCCs regarding methods of closure, post-interventional dermatological follow-ups, quality of life, scar quality, and overall patient satisfaction. No difference in scar quality was found when assessed by physicians.
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- L. Hartlieb
- Department of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Klinikum Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria
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- Department of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Klinikum Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria
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- Center for Interdisciplinary Pain Therapy, Oncology and Palliative Care, Klinikum Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria
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- Department of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Klinikum Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria
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Schnabl SM, Breuninger H, Iordanou E, Scheu A, Kofler L, Häfner HM, Eberle FC. Patientenzufriedenheit von 1827 Patienten nach verschiedenen Rekonstruktionsmethoden im Gesichtsbereich in Abhängigkeit von Alter, Defektgröße und Lokalisation. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2018; 16:426-434. [PMID: 29645369 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.13476_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2017] [Accepted: 10/13/2017] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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HINTERGRUND Nach Tumoroperationen erfolgt ein Defektverschluss mit den für den individuellen Fall optimalen chirurgischen Methoden. Besonders im Kopf-Hals--Bereich ist das Ergebnis sehr wichtig. Ziel der retrospektiven Studie war es, Rekonstruktionsmethoden von Defekten entsprechend Alter, Lokalisation und Größe nach funktionellen und ästhetischen Gesichtspunkten zu vergleichen. PATIENTEN UND METHODIK Die betroffenen Patienten wurden mittels Fragebögen angeschrieben. 1827 Patienten (Alter von 18 bis 92 Jahren, Median: 56 Jahre) beurteilten postoperative Probleme, ästhetisches sowie funktionelles Ergebnis und das Gesamtresultat. Aus der Patientenakte wurden Größe und Lokalisation des Defektes sowie die Art des Verschlusses dokumentiert. ERGEBNISSE Die Dehnungslappenplastik erhielt bezüglich des Gesamtresultats mit einer sehr guten oder guten Bewertung (86 %) das beste Ergebnis. Lappenplastiken und Hauttransplantate wurden schlechter beurteilt. Postoperative Beschwerden traten signifikant häufiger nach lokalen Lappenplastiken auf. Die Sichtbarkeit der Narbe wurde von älteren Patienten bei allen Defektgrößen (< 150 mm2 , 150-300 mm2 , > 300 mm2 ) geringer beurteilt als von jüngeren. Narben in der zentralen Gesichtspartie wurden als sichtbarer wahrgenommen. Geschlecht und Rauchen hatten keinen Einfluss. SCHLUSSFOLGERUNGEN Narben in zentralen Gesichtsregionen werden stärker wahrgenommen. Ältere Patienten beurteilten die Narbenbildung insgesamt als unauffälliger. Dehnungslappenplastiken, auch unter Wundrandspannung, führen zu sehr guten Ergebnissen und einer hohen Patientenzufriedenheit.
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- Universitäts-Hautklinik Tübingen, Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
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- Universitäts-Hautklinik Tübingen, Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
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- Universitäts-Hautklinik Tübingen, Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
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- Universitäts-Hautklinik Tübingen, Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
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Schnabl SM, Breuninger H, Iordanou E, Scheu A, Kofler L, Häfner HM, Eberle FC. Patient satisfaction in 1,827 patients following various methods of facial reconstruction based on age, defect size and site. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2018; 16:426-433. [PMID: 29645392 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.13476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2017] [Accepted: 10/13/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Defect coverage following tumor excision requires a case-by-case decision as regards the optimal reconstruction technique. In the head and neck region in particular, the cosmetic outcome is of major importance. The objective of the present study was to compare various reconstruction methods in terms of their functional and aesthetic outcome based on patient age, defect size and site. PATIENTS AND METHODS Overall, 1,827 patients (age: 18-92 years, median age: 56 years) were contacted. Using a standardized questionnaire, they were asked to assess postoperative complications, cosmetic and functional outcome, and the overall result of the surgical procedure. In addition, patient records were used to collect data on defect size and site as well as the type of surgical procedure employed. RESULTS Rated as very good or good (86 %), defect closure by advancement flaps received the highest scores in terms of overall result. Other flaps and skin grafts were rated less favorably. Postoperative complications were significantly more common after local flaps. Irrespective of defect size (< 150 mm2 , 150-300 mm2 , > 300 mm2 ), older patients considered the visibility of the scar to be less prominent than younger individuals. Scars in the central facial region were perceived to be more visible. Gender and smoking habits had no impact on the results of the survey. CONCLUSIONS Scars in the central facial region were perceived to be more prominent. Overall, older individuals considered their scars to be less conspicuous. Even though they are initially associated with greater tension, advancement flaps resulted in very good aesthetic and functional results and a high level of patient satisfaction.
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- Saskia Maria Schnabl
- Department of Dermatology, Eberhard Karl University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Eberhard Karl University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Eberhard Karl University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Eberhard Karl University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Eberhard Karl University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Eberhard Karl University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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Jaehn T, Kaiser J, Billner M, Kaiser A, Reichert B. [Gigantic exophytically growing tumor of the occipital scalp : A complex diagnostic and reconstructive challenge]. Chirurg 2017; 88:879-883. [PMID: 28421260 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-017-0425-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- T Jaehn
- Universitätsklinik für Plastische, Wiederherstellende und Handchirurgie, Zentrum für Schwerbrandverletzte, Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Klinikum Nürnberg, Breslauer Straße 201, 90471, Nürnberg, Deutschland.
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- Universitätsinstitut für Pathologie, Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Klinikum Nürnberg, Nürnberg, Deutschland
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- Universitätsklinik für Plastische, Wiederherstellende und Handchirurgie, Zentrum für Schwerbrandverletzte, Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Klinikum Nürnberg, Breslauer Straße 201, 90471, Nürnberg, Deutschland
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- Universitätsinstitut für Pathologie, Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Klinikum Nürnberg, Nürnberg, Deutschland
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- Universitätsklinik für Plastische, Wiederherstellende und Handchirurgie, Zentrum für Schwerbrandverletzte, Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Klinikum Nürnberg, Breslauer Straße 201, 90471, Nürnberg, Deutschland
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Häfner HM, Schnabl S, Breuninger H, Schulz C. [Surgical treatment of epithelial skin tumors and their precursors]. Hautarzt 2014; 64:558-66. [PMID: 23948781 DOI: 10.1007/s00105-013-2541-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Squamous cell carcinomas of the skin and their precursors, actinic keratosis as well as basal cell carcinomas are classified as non-melanocytic skin cancer and belong to the group of epithelial skin tumors. This tumor entity is one of the most common forms of malignant cancer in western countries with an incidence of approximately 100-170 per 100,000 inhabitants per year in Europe. In German-speaking countries no exact numbers are available on the early forms of squamous cell carcinoma, actinic keratosis (carcinoma in situ); however, results from Great Britain show that at ages over 70 years old the prevalence of actinic keratosis is 34 % in men and 18 % in women. Because invasive epithelial cancer is very common and most commonly occurs in the head region, a safe but skin-sparing approach to surgical treatment is desirable. The safest procedure with respect to local recurrence is surgical excision with subsequent complete 3-dimensional histological preparation (micrographic surgery). With this method it is possible to excise tissue affected by tumor tissue in small steps. This facilitates defect coverage and leads to very good results as well as good esthetic results. The local recurrence rates are extremely low compared to alternative treatment methods, such as photodynamic therapy, topical application of imiquimod or cryosurgery and for the treatment of basal cell carcinoma, for example is 0.7 %. Dermatological operations are therefore interventions with a very high guarantee of tumor-free survival and functional and esthetic results.
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- H-M Häfner
- Universitäts-Hautklinik, Eberhard Karls Universität, Liebermeisterstr. 25, 72076 Tübingen, Deutschland.
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OBJECTIVES Facial self-mutilation is rare. It is usually discussed from the psychiatric or psychoanalytic perspectives but has little prominence in general medical literature. Our objective was to describe facial self-mutilation in terms of its comorbidities, and to outline the different types of facial mutilation, as well as the basic approach to the patients with facial self-mutilation. METHODS We undertook a review of all published cases of facial self-mutilation (1960-2011). RESULTS We identified 200 published cases in 123 relevant papers. Four major groups of comorbidities emerged: psychiatric, neurological and hereditary disorders, and a group of patients without identified comorbidities. There were three general patterns of facial self-mutilation: (1) major and definitive mutilation, with the ocular globe as primary target--seen in patients with psychotic disorders; (2) stereotypical mutilation involving the oral cavity and of variable degree of severity, most often seen in patients with hereditary neuropathy or encephalopathy; (3) mild chronic self-mutilation, seen in patients with non-psychotic psychiatric disorders, acquired neurological disorders, and patients without comorbidities. About 20% of patients that mutilated their face also mutilated extra-facial structures. Patients with psychiatric conditions, especially those with psychotic disorders, had significantly higher (p<0.05) rates of permanent facial self-mutilation than others. Most treatment plans were very individually based, but some principles, such as prevention of irreversible loss of function and structure, or development of infection are applicable to all patients with facial self-mutilation. CONCLUSIONS Facial self-mutilation is a potentially severe manifestation of diverse conditions. Several aspects of facial self-mutilation remain to be fully characterised from a clinical perspective.
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Twieg M, Reich W, Dempf R, Eckert AW. [Renaissance of pedicled flaps in oral and maxillofacial surgery]. Chirurg 2014; 85:529-36. [PMID: 24449079 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-013-2638-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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A retrospective analysis in the period 2007 to 2011 included 71 surgically treated patients for carcinoma of the head and neck region and subsequent reconstruction with 36 pedicled distant flaps and 47 free flaps. Patient specific parameters of data collection with SPSS 17.0 were age and sex distribution, TNM stage and treatment. The specific type of flap reconstruction, duration of surgery, complications, intensive care and inpatient treatment were recorded. The results showed that the healing process was uneventful in 26 (72.2 %) pedicled flaps, 14 (38.9 %) pedicled flaps were transplanted in a preoperatively irradiated area of the head and neck region and in 86.0 % with a positive healing process. Tumor stage, general physical condition of the patient and type of therapy are the key parameters for the choice of reconstruction.
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- M Twieg
- Universitätsklinik und Poliklinik für Mund-, Kiefer- und Plastische Gesichtschirurgie, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Ernst-Grube-Str. 40, 06120, Halle/Saale, Deutschland,
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Reconstruction of singular eyelid defects in aging individuals based on facial aesthetic subunits. J Craniofac Surg 2013; 24:1671-3. [PMID: 24036750 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0b013e31828f282c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND In consideration of the distinctive structural characteristics of the eyelid, the optimally matching donor site to the original recipient site skin should be selected when a full-thickness skin graft is anticipated in a small-sized or medium-sized eyelid defect in middle-aged or elderly patients. METHODS Eight patients ranging in age from 47 to 71 years suffered singular eyelid defects of different causes. Based on the location, shape, and degree of the defects, we removed the redundant skin as a skin graft from the same side in the contralateral eyelid in a routine blepharoplasty procedure and transferred the graft to repair the defect. RESULTS The skin grafts survived in all cases, and the incisions healed primarily. The eyelid laxity improved, and no complications occurred. All cases were followed up for 3 months to 2 years, the quality of skin grafts was similar to that of the surrounding skin, and the activity was ideal. CONCLUSIONS When an eyelid defect is not amenable to direct closure and skin grafting is selected, the proper donor site is vital to the final outcome. The same facial aesthetic subunits, such as sufficient laxity in the contralateral eyelid skin in middle-aged and elderly patients, can provide the best match with the recipient skin and represent the best donor site for defect reconstruction.
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Hoffmann TK, Arnolds J, Schuler PJ, Kultas E, Greve J, Mansour N, Bas M, Lang S, Hilpert A. [Secondary wound healing. Effective treatment concept after basal cell carcinoma resection in the central midface]. HNO 2012; 60:605-10. [PMID: 22763766 DOI: 10.1007/s00106-011-2473-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Plastic reconstruction of facial skin defects after tumor surgery is a commonly accepted principle. However, healing by secondary intention is discussed controversially. Here we describe a series of 22 patients after full thickness resection of basal cell carcinoma who underwent wound healing by secondary intention. A semipermeable membrane was used for wound dressing, which was changed on a weekly basis. No antibiotics or pain killers were necessary. Defects up to 2 cm, particularly those of concave subunits of the midface, entirely closed within 4-6 weeks, and secondary wound healing led to excellent functional and aesthetic results. Thus, secondary wound healing is a safe, effective and economic alternative to surgical reconstruction in selected facial areas.
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- T K Hoffmann
- HNO-Universitätsklinik, Universität Essen, Hufelandstrasse 55, Essen, Germany.
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Fabbrocini G, Annunziata MC, D'Arco V, De Vita V, Lodi G, Mauriello MC, Pastore F, Monfrecola G. Acne scars: pathogenesis, classification and treatment. Dermatol Res Pract 2010; 2010:893080. [PMID: 20981308 PMCID: PMC2958495 DOI: 10.1155/2010/893080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 177] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2010] [Revised: 09/07/2010] [Accepted: 09/28/2010] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Acne has a prevalence of over 90% among adolescents and persists into adulthood in approximately 12%-14% of cases with psychological and social implications. Possible outcomes of the inflammatory acne lesions are acne scars which, although they can be treated in a number of ways, may have a negative psychological impact on social life and relationships. The main types of acne scars are atrophic and hypertrophic scars. The pathogenesis of acne scarring is still not fully understood, but several hypotheses have been proposed. There are numerous treatments: chemical peels, dermabrasion/microdermabrasion, laser treatment, punch techniques, dermal grafting, needling and combined therapies for atrophic scars: silicone gels, intralesional steroid therapy, cryotherapy, and surgery for hypertrophic and keloidal lesions. This paper summarizes acne scar pathogenesis, classification and treatment options.
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- Gabriella Fabbrocini
- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Dermatology, Department of Systematic Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, 80133 Napoli, Italy
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Aberrant wound healing results in unsightly scarring, hypertrophic scarring, and keloid formation, causing functional and cosmetic deformities, discomfort, psychological stress, and patient dissatisfaction. Scar prevention and management continue to be important issues for the facial plastic surgeon. This article presents an overview on the pathogenesis of a scar and of the different types of scars. Differences between keloids, hypertrophic scars and normal scars include distinct scar appearance, histologic morphology and cellular function in response to growth factors. Recent advances in our understanding of the wound healing process reveal possible causes for hypertrophic scars and keloids. This information might assist in the development of efficacious prevention and treatment for hypertrophic scar and keloid formation. This article also describes the strategies available for scar prevention. Recommendations focus on the management of hypertrophic scars and keloids.
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- A Baisch
- Universitäts-Hals-Nasen-Ohren-Klinik Mannheim
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