title: Hypertrophic and keloid scars.
abstract: Scar formation is discussed along with definitions of the three most common types of scars: normal, hypertrophic, and keloid. Several current forms of therapy designed to reduce or eliminate scars are presented. The use of silicone gel sheeting is reviewed as a newer solution for the treatment of many types of lower extremity scars.
authors.forename: G L
authors.initials: GL
authors.lastname: Dockery
mesh_terms: D017439:Cicatrix, Hypertrophic / Q000601:surgery*; D005782:Gels; D006801:Humans; D007627:Keloid / Q000601:surgery*; D012828:Silicones / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D005782:Gels; D012828:Silicones