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A Mouse Model of Mechanotransduction-driven, Human-like Hypertrophic Scarring
Published on: November 29, 2024
A review of scar scales and scar measuring devices
Objective:
Pathologic scarring affects millions of people worldwide. Quantitative and qualitative measurement modalities are needed to effectively evaluate and monitor treatments.
Methods:
This article reviews the literature on available tools and existent assessment scales used to subjectively and objectively characterize scar.
Results:
We describe the attributes and deficiencies of each tool and scale and highlight areas where further development is critical.
Conclusion:
An optimal, universal scar scoring system is needed in order to better characterize, understand and treat pathologic scarring.
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