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A Case of Multiple Spontaneous Keloid Scars
Abdulhadi Jfri1, Nawal Rajeh2, Eman Karkashan2
1King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Case Reports in Dermatology
|September 10, 2015
Summary
Multiple spontaneous keloid scars, rare in occurrence, can develop without prior injury and may indicate a genetic link. This case highlights their potential for widespread manifestation.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Genetics
- Pathology
Background:
- Keloid scars arise from abnormal wound healing, extending beyond original wound borders.
- Spontaneous keloid scars, without apparent trauma, are exceptionally rare.
- Previous reports on spontaneous keloids often involve single lesions, questioning true spontaneity.
Observation:
- A 27-year-old female with specific facial anomalies (orbital hypertelorism, broad nasal bridge, repaired cleft lip, high-arched palate) presented with multiple keloid scars.
- These keloid scars appeared progressively in various body locations.
- Histological examination confirmed the presence of typical keloidal collagen.
Findings:
- The case supports the occurrence of multiple spontaneous keloid scars.
- The development of these scars suggests a potential underlying genetic predisposition.
- This presentation expands the understanding of spontaneous keloid scar formation.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the evidence that keloid scars can indeed form spontaneously.
- Further research into genetic factors associated with spontaneous keloid formation is warranted.
- Recognizing multiple spontaneous keloids is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
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