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Therapeutic undermining of scars (Subcision).

G J Goodman1

  • 1Skin and Cancer Foundation of Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. ggoodman@bigpond.net.au

The Australasian Journal of Dermatology
|April 20, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Dermal undermining effectively treated depressed atrophic scars in two patients, resolving contour abnormalities after a single session. This minimally invasive technique offers a successful solution for specific scar types.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Wound Healing

Background:

  • Depressed atrophic scars can result from various causes, including trauma and underlying conditions.
  • Current treatment options for contour abnormalities may be invasive or require multiple sessions.
  • A minimally invasive approach for scar revision is desirable.

Observation:

  • Two patients presented with distinct types of depressed atrophic scars.
  • The first patient had scars secondary to skeletal traction near the knee.
  • The second patient exhibited anetoderma on the left side of the nose.

Findings:

  • Dermal undermining was employed as the sole therapeutic intervention for both patients.
  • Successful resolution of contour deformities was achieved in both cases.
  • A single treatment session proved sufficient for complete correction.

Implications:

  • Dermal undermining is a viable and effective treatment for specific depressed atrophic scars.
  • This technique offers a minimally invasive, single-session solution for scar revision.
  • Further investigation into dermal undermining for broader scar indications is warranted.

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