ArticleWorld journal of clinical cases2023
Efficacy of surgical resection and ultra-reduced tension suture combined with superficial radiation in keloid treatment.
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- Therapeutic methods and effect on keloid and hypertrophic scars: a systematic review.Frontiers in medicine · 2026Pooled it
- Multimodal approach in the treatment of recurrent keloids: Surgery, triamcinolone and 5-FU injections, and PLT, a case-report.International journal of surgery case reports · 2025Article
- Review
- Frequency of keloid recurrence post-surgical excision and radiation therapy on a 2-year follow-up: A single center cohort study.Scars, burns & healingArticle
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Abstract
backgroundThere are many available treatment options for keloid; however, single treatments are usually less effective. Therefore, more scientifically rational and effective combined treatment methods should be sought to solve the pain associated with keloids.
aimTo explore the efficacy and safety of surgical resection and ultra-reduced tension suture combined with superficial radiation as keloid treatment.
methodsFifteen keloid patients admitted to Qingdao Eighth People's Hospital from June 2020 to January 2022 were enrolled in this retrospective analysis. All patients underwent a comprehensive treatment approach comprising surgical resection, ultra-reduced tension suture incision, and superficial radiation therapy within 24 h postoperatively. The modified Vancouver Scar Scale (mVSS) and Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS) were used to evaluate the treatment effect, whereas the efficacy, adverse effects, and recurrence rate were observed according to the 12-mo follow-up after treatment.
resultsThe mVSS and POSAS scores at 1 and 6 mo after combination treatment decreased compared to before treatment (
conclusionSurgical resection, super subtraction sutures, and superficial radiotherapy are treatment methods with short courses, low recurrence rates, and good safety profiles.
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