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Management of external ear keloids using form-pressure therapy
C Chrisostomidis1, P Konofaos, G Chrisostomidis
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, A. Sygros Hospital, University of Athens, Greece. chrisostomidis@mail.gr
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
|December 21, 2007
Summary
Surgical resection combined with form-pressure therapy effectively treats ear keloids. This method helps maintain the ear
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Plastic Surgery
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Keloids frequently develop after physical trauma.
- Pinna (ear) keloids from ear-piercing are challenging to treat.
- Surgical excision is often avoided due to recurrence concerns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a combined intrakeloid resection and form-pressure device approach for treating pinna keloids.
- To prevent keloid recurrence after surgical intervention.
- To preserve the natural folds of the ear.
Main Methods:
- Intrakeloid resection of keloids.
- Application of a form-pressure device post-surgery.
- Maintaining pressure between 24-30 mmHg.
- Duration of therapy averaged 25 weeks.
Main Results:
- Successful treatment of pinna keloids using the combined method.
- Prevention of keloid recurrence observed in treated patients.
- Preservation of the pinna's anatomical form.
Conclusions:
- Combined intrakeloid resection and form-pressure therapy is a viable option for pinna keloids.
- This technique effectively manages difficult ear keloid cases.
- Maintaining specific pressure and duration is recommended for optimal outcomes.
