Scar revision review.
Scars are a natural part of dermal healing following lacerations, incisions, or tissue loss. They can vary in quality depending on the individual's racial characteristics, the mechanism of the trauma, and conditions in which the wound healed-all of which are factors beyond the surgeon's control. A scar on the face can have significant implications for the patient. What may seem like an insignificant issue to the casual observer can cause continuous frustration for the patient, affecting their daily lives. These can include psychological as well as social consequences, leading to a diminished quality of life. Factors that the surgeon can control include the favorable repositioning of the scar, proper alignment of the wound edges, and meticulous handling of the tissues.
Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, 60612, USA. thomasrj@uic.edu
J Regan
JR
Thomas
Michael
M
Somenek
D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000903:Antibiotics, Antineoplastic / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000963:Antimetabolites / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000628:therapy*; D003869:Dermabrasion; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007369:Interferon Inducers / Q000627:therapeutic use; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008517:Phytotherapy; D010936:Plant Extracts / Q000627:therapeutic use; D011878:Radiotherapy; D020034:Silicone Gels / Q000627:therapeutic use; D053782:Transforming Growth Factor beta3 / Q000627:therapeutic use; D014945:Wound Healing
D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents; D000903:Antibiotics, Antineoplastic; D000963:Antimetabolites; D007369:Interferon Inducers; D010936:Plant Extracts; D020034:Silicone Gels; C509044:TGFB3 protein, human; D053782:Transforming Growth Factor beta3