The Management of Postacne Scarring

Goodman, Greg; Baron, Jennifer A.

doi:10.1111/j.1524-4725.2007.33252.x

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“…In Group B patients -individual scars were marked using a sterile marker pen. 23 gauge needle is inserted adjacent to the scar with the bevel upwards parallel to the skin surface, into the deep dermis under the scar to release fibrous bands at dermal or deep dermal subcutaneous plane (3)(4)(5) by moving needle in horizontal plane using the sharp edge of needle. Post procedure topical antibiotics were given for 5 days along with use of sunscreens (with a minimum sun protection factor of 30 and UVA 3+).…”

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“…The end result of which is formation of scar tissue. 2,3 Acne scarring is an unfortunate, permanent complication seen in about 95% patients of acne vulgaris up to some degree. 4,5 Given the psychological, social and emotional impact of disfigurement caused due to acne scars, dermatologists are frequently presented with the challenge of evaluating and providing treatment for the same.…”

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A study of efficacy of subcision, micro-needling and carbon dioxide fractional laser for treatment of acne scars

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A study of efficacy of subcision, micro-needling and carbon dioxide fractional laser for treatment of acne scars

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“…On the other hand, Goodman et al observed that once the scar is freed, fat may be satisfactorily injected [13] .…”

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“…Subcision, also called "subdermal/incisionless undermining", is indicated for the same type of scars that might be improved with fillers or its appearance is improved with manual stretching of the skin during examination [12] . It appears to work by breaking up the attachments of these scars under the skin and releasing the surface from deeper structures [13] . Autologous fat transfer has enjoyed a renaissance in the last several years.…”

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Fractional ablative CO2 laser treatment versus scar subcision and autologous fat transfer in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: New technique

Mohammad

Elgarhy

Saad³

et al. 2016

J Surg Dermatol

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There are different modalities for management of atrophic acne scars which include lasers. Ablative fractional CO 2 laser was developed to address the shortcomings of traditional ablative lasers, with superior results to non-ablative fractional lasers. Autologous fat transfer has been utilized for nearly a decade in tissue augmentation and reconstruction. Present studies were designed to compare ablative fractional CO 2 laser treatment with scar subcision and autologous fat transfer in the treatment of atrophic acne scars. 20 patients with atrophic acne scars were recruited: 10 patients were treated by three sessions of ablative fractional CO 2 laser therapy, and 10 patients treated by subcision and autologous fat transfer. All patients were followed up for three months, and were assessed by digital photograph before and after treatment through the application of Goodman and Baron quantitative and qualitative grading systems, in addition to reports by three physicians committees and reports of patients' satisfaction. Analysis of both groups showed significant improvements in all types of atrophic acne scars. The mean percentage of total quantitative improvement was more significant in the case of autologous fat transfer with regard to ice-pick and total number of scars. Therefore, scar subcision with autologous fat transfer proved to be as effective as, or even more effective than, ablative fractional CO 2 laser in the treatment of atrophic acne scars with regard to the total number of scars as well as ice-pick type.Keywords: Acne scars; laser; fat transfer Citation: Mohammad LM, Elgarhy LH, Saad DG, Mostafa WA. Fractional ablative CO 2 laser treatment versus scar subcision and autologous fat transfer in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: New technique.

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“…26,28 With this technique, the rolling is usually con nued un l bruising occurs, which ini ates the complex cascade of growth factors that fi nally results in collagen produc on [28][29][30] . Also it provides a clear channel for topical agents to be absorbed more eff ec vely through the top layer of skin.…”

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A Study of the Efficacy of Skin Needling and Platelet Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Acne Scars

Ranjan¹,

Rs²,

Gupta³

2017

Nepal J Dermatol Venereol & Leprol

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Introduction: Permanent scars are the major complications of acne. Correction of scars is the priority for acne patients. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may be useful in the treatment of atrophic acne scars by promoting collagen deposition. Skin needling also releases growth factors, initiate a cascade of wound healing resulting in collagen production. Hence, skin needling and PRP should act synergistically to improve acne scars.

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The Management of Postacne Scarring

Cited by 56 publications

References 105 publications

A study of efficacy of subcision, micro-needling and carbon dioxide fractional laser for treatment of acne scars

A study of efficacy of subcision, micro-needling and carbon dioxide fractional laser for treatment of acne scars

Fractional ablative CO2 laser treatment versus scar subcision and autologous fat transfer in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: New technique

A Study of the Efficacy of Skin Needling and Platelet Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Acne Scars

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