A Randomized Controlled Trial of Hydrocolloid Dressing in the Treatment of Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids
1996; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Volume: 22; Issue: 9 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1111/j.1524-4725.1996.tb00728.x
ISSN1524-4725
AutoresTania J. Phillips, DAVID A. GERSTEIN, VERONICA LORDAN,
Tópico(s)Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques
ResumoBACKGROUND. Silicone gel sheeting has been investigated for use in the treatments of keloids and hypertrophic scare. Its mechanism of action may be related to scar hydmtion. OBJECTIVE. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate a hydrocollaid occlusive dressing that also acts by promoting a moist environment. METHODS. In a randomized controlled prospective study, patients were allocated to receive hydrocolloid dressing or moisturizer to keloids or hypertrophic scars. Scar size and volume, color, patient symptoms, and transcutaneous oxygen measurements were taken. RESULTS. There was significantly reduced itching (P < 0.03), somewhat reduced pain (P < 0.08) and increased pliability (10%) for both treatments over 2 months. CONCLUSION. Hydration of the scar for 2 months resulted in symptomatic improvement, but no change in physical parameters.
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