ArticleDermatology research and practice2025
Assessing the Psychosocial Impact of Acne Scars on Individuals With Pigmented Skin: A Multicenter Observational Study.
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- Perceived vs. Clinical Acne Severity: Impact on QoL and Treatment Adherence in Male Military Personnel: A Cross-Sectional Study.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2026Article
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Abstract
Acne scars, particularly in individuals with pigmented skin, can lead to significant psychosocial distress, yet the extent of this impact remains underexplored. This study aimed to assess the psychosocial effects of acne scars on patients with skin Phototypes IV-VI. This retrospective multicenter observational study involved 86 patients with acne scars who had previously consulted general practitioners. Scar severity was assessed using the Echelle d'évaluation Clinique des Cicatrices d'Acné (ECCA). Validated measures were used to evaluate psychological and quality-of-life impacts: the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) for depressive symptoms and the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) for quality of life. The study revealed that 62% of patients exhibited depressive symptoms according to the PHQ-9, and 84% reported a diminished quality of life according to the DLQI. A significant correlation was observed between acne scar severity and both psychosocial measures: ECCA and DLQI (
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