Botulinum toxin to minimize facial scarring.
Botulinum toxin injection has been used for a variety of indications in humans, including blepharospasm and hyperfunctional facial lines. This article describes a novel formulation of botulinum toxin, which supplies immediate feedback to the injecting physician. Additionally, recent findings are described that indicate the immediate injection of botulinum toxin into the muscles underlying a wound can improve the cosmetic outcome of the facial cutaneous scar. Future applications of these findings are discussed.
Sherris
David A
DA
Division of Facial Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
Gassner
Holger G
HG
D000328:Adult; D000818:Animals; D019274:Botulinum Toxins, Type A / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000601:surgery; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery*; D005151:Facial Injuries / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery; D005546:Forehead / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007273:Injections, Intramuscular; D022125:Lacerations / Q000150:complications; D008297:Male; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D014945:Wound Healing / Q000187:drug effects
D019274:Botulinum Toxins, Type A