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[A comparative clinical study of the treatment of hypertrophic scars with either intralaesional steroid or silicone gel sheeting].

Author: KelemenOttó, KollárLajos, MenyheiGábor

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The study compared the effectiveness of intralaesional steroid therapy and silicone gel sheeting for the treatment of linear hypertrophic scars, concluding that silicone gel sheeting is the first-line treatment and intralaesional steroid is the second-line treatment.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The linear (or "surgical") hypertrophic scar is the most common type of pathologic scarring. There has been a steady increase in the number of patients with hypertrophic scars over the years due to the rising number of operative interventions altogether. However, the therapeutic protocols are not ho...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1556/MaSeb.60.2007.6.5

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Treating Hypertrophic Scars: A Comparative Study of Intralaesional Steroid and Silicone Gel Sheeting

Hypertrophic scars, often a consequence of surgical procedures, are a common concern for patients seeking to restore their appearance and alleviate discomfort. This research compares two commonly used treatment options for hypertrophic scars: intralaesional steroid injection and silicone gel sheeting.

Comparative Effectiveness of Intralaesional Steroid and Silicone Gel Sheeting

The study involved 24 patients with hypertrophic scars, randomly assigned to receive either intralaesional steroid or silicone gel sheeting treatment. Both methods showed significant effectiveness, although intralaesional steroid therapy demonstrated a more rapid effect and longer-lasting results compared to silicone gel sheeting.

Optimizing Treatment for Hypertrophic Scars: A Practical Approach

Based on the findings, the authors recommend silicone gel sheeting as the first-line treatment for primary linear hypertrophic scars, with intralaesional steroid therapy reserved as the second-line option. For recurrent linear hypertrophic scars, intralaesional steroid therapy is recommended as the first-line treatment due to the limited effectiveness of silicone gel sheeting in these cases.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Treating hypertrophic scars is like trying to smooth out a rough patch in the desert. Both intralaesional steroid therapy and silicone gel sheeting offer effective solutions, but their effectiveness may vary depending on the scar's characteristics. The choice of treatment should be tailored to the individual patient's needs and preferences.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2008-01-24
  2. Date Revised 2013-11-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

18065368

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1556/MaSeb.60.2007.6.5

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