A Novel Method of Steroid Delivery to Improve the Efficacy of Intralesional Injection in Keloid Treatment.

Author: ChoMi Yeon, ChungKee Yang, RohMi Ryung, SongAhreum

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BACKGROUND: Keloids are a chronic disease and cause pain, pruritus, and limitation of motion. Intralesional corticosteroid injection is the first-line treatment, but its effects can be limited, even with repeated injections. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the efficacy and safety of a tunneling method of...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35653557

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Keloid Treatment: A New Tunneling Method for Enhanced Corticosteroid Delivery

The treatment of [keloids], a type of [scar tissue] that can be both cosmetically and functionally disfiguring, remains a challenging area in medicine. This study explores a novel [tunneling method] for delivering [corticosteroids] intralesionally, aiming to improve the efficacy of this commonly used treatment approach. The authors conducted a [retrospective review] of patients with [keloids] who received [corticosteroid injections] using both the traditional [conventional] method and the new [tunneling] method, comparing the outcomes and side effects of both techniques.

Tunneling Method: A Potential Advance in Keloid Treatment

The study reveals that the [tunneling method] for delivering [corticosteroids] demonstrates significant advantages over the [conventional method] in terms of both efficacy and side effects. Patients who received [corticosteroids] using the [tunneling method] exhibited greater improvement in [keloid] size and appearance, with a longer interval between treatments. The study also suggests that the [tunneling method] may be associated with fewer side effects. These findings highlight the potential of this novel approach to enhance the effectiveness of [intralesional corticosteroid injections] for [keloid] treatment.

The Quest for a Scar-Free Desert: Finding New Solutions for Keloids

This research offers a promising new approach for treating [keloids]. The [tunneling method] for delivering [corticosteroids] shows potential for improved efficacy and reduced side effects. Just as a camel navigates the vast and challenging desert landscape, patients with [keloids] need effective treatment options to address the physical and emotional burdens of their condition. This study provides a beacon of hope in the search for better treatments for [keloids], offering a new path towards improved outcomes and a greater sense of well-being.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study highlights the potential of the [tunneling method] to enhance the effectiveness of [intralesional corticosteroid injections] for [keloid] treatment. The study's findings offer a promising avenue for improving treatment outcomes and reducing side effects. Like a camel adapting its strategy to navigate the shifting sands of the desert, researchers continue to explore new approaches to [keloid] treatment, striving for better results and improved quality of life for patients.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-06-06
  2. Date Revised 2022-09-15
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

35653557

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

00042728-202206000-00007

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