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Vempati A, Zhou C, Tam C, Khong J, Rubanowitz A, Tam K, Hazany S, Vasilev R, Hazany S. Subcision for Atrophic Acne Scarring: A Comprehensive Review of Surgical Instruments and Combinatorial Treatments. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol 2023; 16:125-134. [PMID: 36698445 PMCID: PMC9868281 DOI: 10.2147/ccid.s397888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
Abstract
Subcutaneous incisionless surgery, also known as subcision, is a minimally invasive procedure that is commonly indicated for the treatment of atrophic acne scars. In recent years, many new techniques have been developed to maximize results from this procedure. This review article aims to identify an updated list of instruments and combinatorial treatments available for atrophic acne scar patients undergoing subcision. We constructed a comprehensive PubMed search term and performed triple-blinded screening on all resulting studies for mentions of subcision as indicated by acne scarring. Our results show that there are four main categories of subcision tools that are commonly employed to treat atrophic acne scars: needles, cannulas, wires, and blunt-blade instruments. Usage of these devices varies by scar depth, personal preference, and combinatorial treatment options. Overall, subcision is a particularly effective treatment for atrophic acne scars, and there is vast potential for further innovation with this technique.
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- Abhinav Vempati
- Scar Healing Institute, Los Angeles, CA, USA,Correspondence: Abhinav Vempati, Scar Healing Institute, Los Angeles, CA, USA, Tel +1 424 225 2453, Fax +1 310 571 8435, Email
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- Scar Healing Institute, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Scar Healing Institute, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Tsao SB, Wu CC, Lee CC. Purse-string suture combined with subcision and dermal graft for the treatment of wide depressed scars and boxcars. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022; 21:5969-5976. [PMID: 35984570 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.15291] [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: 03/16/2022] [Revised: 07/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Dermal layer injuries can result in depressed or indented scars even when there is no subcutaneous injury. These scars can result from acne, chickenpox, trauma, or skin infection. Several procedures, including primary closure, subcision, microneedling, and dermal grafting, have been reported to be used to treat depressed scars, boxcars, or acne cosmetics. These procedures have not, however, been shown to be very effective when applied to the treatment of deep depressed scars, boxcars, or acne cosmetics. In this retrospective study, we assessed scar improvement in patients with deep depressed facial scars and boxcars treated with our novel combination of techniques. METHODS This study included all patients treated for deep depressed scars and boxcars at our clinic from 2018 to 2021. To be included, patients had to present in our clinic for the treatment of deep depressed scars or boxcars, have no prominent subcutaneous layer injury, and have full set of clear pre-and post-procedure photographs. All patients initially received technique combination including scar subcision, inner purse-string suturing, and dermal grafting for the first stage surgery treatment. In cases of residual uneven superficial scars, laser dermabrasion resurfacing was used as second-staged treatment. Preoperative and six-month postoperative scar appearance photographs were assessed for improvement by our three nonmedical staff members and divided into four improvement groups, as minimal, moderate, good, and excellent. RESULTS This study included a total of 24 patients (20 females and four males) with facial scarring. Two patients (8.3%) had moderate, 13 (54.2%) good and nine (37.5%) excellent improvement post-treatment. There were no instances of minimal improvement. Four patients received second stage laser dermabrasion resurfacing for residual uneven superficial scars. CONCLUSION We concluded deep depressed scars and boxcars can be easily, safely, and effectively treated using our novel combined scar subcision, inner purse-string suturing, and dermal grafting treatment with possible second-staged laser dermabrasion, and without major complications.
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- Su-Ben Tsao
- Dr. Tsao's Clinic of Plastic Surgery, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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Zhang X, Huang B, Yang M, Yin B, Cai L, Tang X, Li F, Han X. Single session of combined microfat and subcision in the treatment of Grade 4 atrophic acne scars. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022; 21:4254-4260. [PMID: 35038371 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 01/05/2022] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Severe atrophic acne scars (AAS) remain the "Achilles's heel" of AAS treatment. The combination of microfat and subcision treatment is a potential solution for severe AAS. AIMS This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of combined microfat and subcision treatment for severe (Grade 4) AAS. METHODS Data of patients with Grade 4 AAS who underwent combined microfat and subcision treatment between September 2016 and December 2020 were reviewed. Post-treatment evaluation was performed at least 3 months postoperatively. The severity of AAS was graded based on Goodman's qualitative classification. The volume of concavities was measured using an Antera 3D camera. Complications were documented. RESULTS A total of 42 patients received a single treatment session. Excellent response was observed in 5 (11.9%) patients, very good in 13 (31.0%), good in 22 (52.4%), and poor response in 2 (4.7%). The average reduction of the total volume of concavities was 28.0%. The most common minor side effects were mild swelling and bruising. No major complications were observed. CONCLUSIONS Combined microfat and subcision treatment is a safe and effective treatment for severe AAS. The approach will be a significant treatment for severe AAS.
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- Xinyu Zhang
- Department of Body Contouring and Liposuction Center, Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shijingshan District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Body Contouring and Liposuction Center, Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shijingshan District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Hospital of Renmin University of China, Haidian District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Body Contouring and Liposuction Center, Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shijingshan District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Body Contouring and Liposuction Center, Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shijingshan District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Body Contouring and Liposuction Center, Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shijingshan District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Body Contouring and Liposuction Center, Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shijingshan District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Body Contouring and Liposuction Center, Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shijingshan District, Beijing, China
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Ebrahim HM, Nassar A, ElKashishy K, Artima AYM, Morsi HM. A combined approach of subcision with either cross-linked hyaluronic acid or threads in the treatment of atrophic acne scars. J Cosmet Dermatol 2021; 21:3334-3342. [PMID: 34927342 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2021] [Accepted: 11/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Acne scars are one of the most common cosmetic concerns causing psychosocial distress. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the efficacy of subcision versus its combination with either cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA) or poly-l-lactic acid (PLLA) threads in the treatment of atrophic post-acne scars. METHODS Forty patients of both genders with atrophic acne scars were subjected to subcision 1 month apart for 3 sessions. After the last session of subcision, the patients were reclassified randomly into 2 equal groups each received either HA or threads in one side of the face leaving the other side that underwent subcision before as a control. Clinical assessment was carried out by the physicians and patients. Photographs and skin biopsies were obtained. Follow-up was 6 months. RESULTS A significant clinical improvement was achieved in 67.3% of patients after subcision alone compared to 94.1%, 82.4% of subcision combined with HA or threads, respectively. Patients' satisfaction was higher in the combined groups compared to subcision alone (p < 0.0001). Side effects were tolerable and transient. CONCLUSION Subcision combined with HA or threads could offer a higher significant clinical improvement of acne scars than subcision alone.
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- Howyda M Ebrahim
- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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Kamel MM, Hegazy RA, Hegazy AA, Fotoh OMAE, Amer MA. Combined subcision, autologous platelet-rich plasma, and CROSS technique in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: Prospective split face study. Clin Dermatol 2021; 39:1018-1024. [PMID: 34920819 DOI: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2021.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Acne scars represent a therapeutic dilemma. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of combined subcision, autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and chemical reconstruction of skin scars (CROSS) technique in the treatment of acne scars. In 20 patients with atrophic acne scars, one facial side was treated with subcision plus PRP, and the other was treated with the same combination plus CROSS technique (trichloroacetic acid 50%) for 3 sessions at 3-week intervals. Clinical evaluation, digital photography, quantitative global scarring grading system, and Lipper and Perez score were done at baseline, every session, and 1 month after the last session. Participants assessed their improvement at the end of the follow-up period using a scale (0 to 10). There was a significant reduction in quantitative global scarring grading system (P < .001) and Lipper and Perez score (P < .001) after treatment compared with baseline in both sides. No significant difference was found when the two treated sides were compared after treatment by both scores. Patients' satisfaction was excellent (12 patients [60%]) and good (eight patients [40%]) with no significant difference between both sides. In conclusion, combined subcision and PRP is recommended for acne scars. Adding CROSS technique (trichloroacetic acid 50%) did not further ameliorate the condition.
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- Dermatology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. Cairo, Egypt
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- Public Health and Community Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. Cairo, Egypt
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- Dermatology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. Cairo, Egypt..
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Ebrahim HM, Artima AY, Elardi A, Mohamed Morsi H. Clinical and Histopathological evaluation of different tools for the Subcision of Atrophic Acne Scars. J Cosmet Dermatol 2021; 21:1127-1134. [PMID: 34806274 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14562] [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: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Acne scarring can lead to social and psychological distress. OBJECTIVE To compare the safety, efficacy, and long-term improvement of subcision using tri-beveled hypodermic (Th) needle versus cannula for the treatment of atrophic post-acne scars. METHODS Forty-six patients with atrophic post-acne scars were treated with subcision using (Th) needle on one side of the face and a blunt cannula on the other side of the face for 6 sessions one month apart. The primary outcome was based on the clinical improvement and patient satisfaction score. Skin biopsies were taken at baseline and 3months after the final session. Follow-up was 9 months. RESULTS Three months after the final session, a statistically highly significant difference was detected in both sides from the baseline (p < 0.001). The overall improvement was 73.9% on the (Th) needle side versus 65.2% on the cannula side (p = 0.68). There was no significant difference in acne severity scarring grade between both sides (p = 0.86). The mean number of sessions was significantly less in the (Th) needle side (p < 0.001). Collagen deposition and reorganization were achieved with both modalities. Patient satisfaction showed no significant difference between both sides. The side effects were mild and significantly higher in the (Th) needle side (p = 0.001). CONCLUSION Both modalities are effective and economic techniques. However, using a cannula is associated with much fewer side effects, more convenient for the patients and physicians compared to the (Th) needle.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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Taylor MB, Koron N. Combined Treatment of Rolling Acne Scars in Ethnic Skin Using Extensive Subcision, Trichloracetic Acid Peel, and Fractional Ablative Erbium Laser. Dermatol Surg 2021; 47:496-499. [PMID: 33795570 PMCID: PMC9518968 DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000002858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Successful treatment of acne scars in ethnic skin requires procedures that are safe and effective with a low incidence of hyper or hypopigmentation postoperatively. OBJECTIVE In this study, the safety and efficacy of a combined treatment protocol including tumescent anesthesia, subcision, trichloracetic acid peel, and fractional erbium laser resurfacing was evaluated. METHODS This is a retrospective study of 56 patients (22 women and 34 men) with predominantly rolling acne scars and Fitzpatrick skin Types IV-VI who were treated using a combination of tumescent anesthesia, extensive subcision, fractional ablative erbium laser, and a blending 20% trichloracetic acid (TCA) peel. RESULTS The mean improvement after a single treatment, assessed by 3 independent evaluators (2 dermatologist and 1 dermatology physician assistant), was 2.52 (SD = 1.04) on a scale of 1 to 4. CONCLUSION The combination of tumescent anesthesia, extensive subcision, fractional ablative erbium laser resurfacing, and a blending 20% TCA peel (combined procedure) is both safe and effective in the treatment of rolling acne scars in ethnic skin types with acceptable temporary adverse effects.
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- Mark B. Taylor
- Gateway Aesthetic Institute and Laser Center, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Kapoor R, Vadera S, Shome D. Efficacy of a combination approach using subcision, fillers, and fractional carbon dioxide laser for the treatment of facial acne scars in Fitzpatrick skin types IV–VI. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/der2.53] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Rinky Kapoor
- Department of Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology & Dermato‐Surgery & Director The Esthetic Clinics Mumbai India
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- Department of Facial Plastic & Facial Cosmetic Surgery The Esthetic Clinics Mumbai India
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- Department of Facial Plastic & Facial Cosmetic Surgery & Director The Esthetic Clinics Mumbai India
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van Zuuren EJ, Arents BWM, Miklas M, Schoones JW, Tan J. Identifying and appraising patient-reported outcome measures on treatment satisfaction in acne: a systematic review. Br J Dermatol 2020; 185:36-51. [PMID: 33176002 PMCID: PMC8359297 DOI: 10.1111/bjd.19675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2020] [Revised: 11/08/2020] [Accepted: 11/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND After dermatitis, acne is the next skin disease to contribute most to the burden of skin diseases worldwide. Recently, seven core outcome domains have been identified, which together form an Acne Core Outcome Set (ACORN). One of these was satisfaction with acne treatment. OBJECTIVES To identify studies that described the development of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMS), evaluated one or more measurement properties of a PROM, or evaluated the interpretability of a PROM in patients with acne regarding treatment satisfaction. METHODS The COnsensus-based Standards for the selection of health Measurement INstruments (COSMIN) search strategy for identifying PROMS on acne treatment satisfaction was used. We searched PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, LILACS, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Emcare, PsycINFO and Academic Search premier (June 2020). Study selection, data extraction and assessment of methodological quality according to COSMIN guidance were carried out independently by two authors. RESULTS Only one study could be included, describing the development of a treatment satisfaction measure in patients with acne. The development was assessed as inadequate and data on measurement properties were lacking. Additionally, we found 188 studies reporting treatment satisfaction solely as an outcome, using a wide variety of methods, none of them standardized or validated. CONCLUSIONS We could not find a PROM on treatment satisfaction to recommend for a core outcome set in acne. There is an unmet need for a PROM on treatment satisfaction in acne that is robustly developed, designed and validated.
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- E J van Zuuren
- Dermatology Department, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Skin Patients Netherlands (Huidpatiënten Nederland), Nieuwegein, the Netherlands
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- Windsor Clinical Research Inc., Windsor, ON, Canada
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- Walaeus Library, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Windsor Clinical Research Inc., Windsor, ON, Canada.,Western University, London, ON, Canada
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Kaur M, Sharma VK, Sethuraman G, Arava S, Gupta S. A split-face randomized controlled study comparing the efficacy and safety of intralesional radiofrequency-assisted subcision vs conventional subcision in postacne scars. J Cosmet Dermatol 2020; 19:1086-1092. [PMID: 32233007 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.13384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2019] [Revised: 02/03/2020] [Accepted: 02/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Postacne scars have significant psychosocial distress among patients. Subcision is a well-known treatment modality specially for rolling type of acne scars, but is a crude mechanical process, which carries a risk of hematoma formation. AIMS To compare the efficacy and safety of radiofrequency-assisted subcision (rSubcision) with conventional subcision in postacne scars. METHODS In this randomized, split-face study, adult patients with postacne scars were randomized to receive either conventional subcision or rSubcision in 2 sessions, 4 weeks apart and followed up for 2 months. Outcome was measured using Goodman and Baron score (GBS), investigator global assessment (IGA) by two blinded dermatologists, and patient global assessment (PGA). RESULTS Seventeen out of 21 patients completed the treatment. Statistical analysis of the results was performed using SPSS 15.0 statistical software (SPSS). Patients in both the groups had significant improvement from baseline according to quantitative scoring (P = .0001), number of scars (P = .0001), IGA, and PGA. The improvement was comparable in both the groups according to GBS and IGA but better on rSubcision side in terms of PGA. Two patients developed small entry point burn during rSubcision which healed in one month and one developed persistent hematoma with conventional subcision. CONCLUSIONS Both modalities were comparable in terms of assessment scores and investigator assessment, but patients found improvement better on rSubcision side.
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- Maninder Kaur
- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pathology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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Dadkhahfar S, Robati RM, Gheisari M, Moravvej H. Subcision: Indications, adverse reactions, and pearls. J Cosmet Dermatol 2020; 19:1029-1038. [PMID: 31990113 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.13308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2019] [Revised: 01/04/2020] [Accepted: 01/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Subcision, also known as subcutaneous incisionless surgery, is a surgical intervention used to treat a variety of skin conditions including atrophic acne scars, depressed scars, cellulite, and wrinkles. AIMS We plan to prepare a review article about the indications of subcision, its adverse reactions, and pearls. PATIENTS/METHODS We searched the literature for the information about subcision and its applications from papers published up to March 2019. The search was performed through the databases of the National Library of Medicine. RESULTS After a thorough review of the published papers about subcision, we finally chose to review 40 articles that had proper sample size and design to prepare this review article. Twenty-one papers were related to the application of subcision in the treatment of acne scar and other scars. Four articles were about the application of subcision to treat cellulite, and eight articles were related to other applications of subcision such as the treatment of striae or nasolabial fold. The remaining seven articles include published review papers about subcision or acne scar classification. CONCLUSION Subcision seems to be effective on various skin conditions including acne scar, other depressed scars, and cellulite. It is easy to apply and inexpensive with short downtime and no significant complications. Subcision needs proper technique and adequate experience.
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- Sahar Dadkhahfar
- Skin Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Skin Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Dermatology, Loghman Hakim Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Skin Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Dermatology, Loghman Hakim Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Skin Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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A Review and Update of Treatment Options Using the Acne Scar Classification System. Dermatol Surg 2019; 45:411-422. [DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000001765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Gheisari M, Iranmanesh B, Saghi B. Blunt cannula subcision is more effective than Nokor needle subcision for acne scars treatment. J Cosmet Dermatol 2018. [DOI: 10.1111/jocd.12523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Mehdi Gheisari
- Skin Research Center Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran
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- Skin Research Center Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran
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- Skin Research Center Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran
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Kravvas G, Al-Niaimi F. A systematic review of treatments for acne scarring. Part 1: Non-energy-based techniques. Scars Burn Heal 2017; 3:2059513117695312. [PMID: 29799567 PMCID: PMC5965325 DOI: 10.1177/2059513117695312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
Abstract
Acne is a common condition that can result in permanent scarring. We have
performed a comprehensive literature search of the last 10 years in order to
determine the efficacy and side effects of commonly used treatments against
post-acne scarring. A total of 36 relevant articles were identified on the
following interventions: subcision (10), dermabrasion (one), microneedling
(eight), dermal fillers (five), and chemical peeling (12). Post acne scarring is
a common and challenging condition with no easy and definitive solution. The
above interventions have been used with varying degrees of efficacy, each having
both pros and cons. All have been deemed to be safe with few and transient
adverse reactions. However, further trials with larger number of patients are
necessary in order to reach more concrete conclusions regarding their
efficacy.
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- Georgios Kravvas
- Department of Dermatological Surgery and Lasers, St John's Institute of Dermatology, London, UK
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- Department of Dermatological Surgery and Lasers, St John's Institute of Dermatology, London, UK
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Blunt Blade Subcision: An Evolution in the Treatment of Atrophic Acne Scars. Dermatol Surg 2017; 43 Suppl 1:S57-S63. [DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000000650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Single Session Treatment of Rolling Acne Scars Using Tumescent Anesthesia, 20% Trichloracetic Acid Extensive Subcision, and Fractional CO2 Laser. Dermatol Surg 2017; 43 Suppl 1:S70-S74. [DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000000895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Al-Hammamy HR, Mohammad AAS, Al-Turfy IA. Subcision in the Treatment of Acne Scar in Iraqi Patients. JOURNAL OF COSMETICS, DERMATOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND APPLICATIONS 2015; 05:125-133. [DOI: 10.4236/jcdsa.2015.52015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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Rahpeyma A, Khajehahmadi S. Needle subcision: a conservative treatment for facial dimpling after elimination of odontogenic infection source: a technical note. Oral Maxillofac Surg 2013; 18:415-8. [PMID: 23922011 DOI: 10.1007/s10006-013-0429-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2013] [Accepted: 07/22/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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AIM Extraoral skin fistula after resolution of odontogenic infection often resolves spontaneously, but in some cases, facial dimpling occur which needs revision surgery. This article evaluates the result of needle subcision for treatment of this condition, with or without dermal filler injection. METHODS Five patients with facial dimpling that was remained after elimination of odontogenic infection origin were evaluated. Subcision alone was used in four patients, and needle subcision followed by dermal filler was done in a patient. RESULTS Facial dimpling in the chin (a case), mandibular lower border (two cases) as well as cheek skin (two cases) were treated by this method. All patients were satisfied with the cosmetic results. Six month after surgery, treatment outcomes were stable. CONCLUSION Needle subcision is a simple and conservative method for correction of facial dimpling after elimination of odontogenic infection source.
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Affiliation(s)
- Amin Rahpeyma
- Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases Research Center, Faculty of Dentistry, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Vakilabad Blvd, Mashhad, Iran,
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