Ultrapulsed fractional ablative carbon dioxide laser treatment of hypertrophic burn scars: evaluation of an in-patient controlled, standardized treatment approach
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DOI: 10.1007/s10103-017-2204-z
Abstract: In this study, we aimed to quantify the effects of fractional ablative carbon dioxide laser therapy in the treatment of widespread hypertrophic burn scars. While many different pilot studies have described the potential of the… read more here.
Keywords: laser; treatment; burn scars; fractional ablative ... See more keywords
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser Resurfacing in Combination With Potent Topical Corticosteroids for Hypertrophic Burn Scars in the Pediatric Age Group: An Open Label Study
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DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000001413
Abstract: BACKGROUND Lasers and potent topical corticosteroids are used as therapeutic options in hypertrophic burn scars. OBJECTIVE To assess the therapeutic effect of fractional CO2 laser resurfacing in combination with potent topical corticosteroids on hypertrophic burn… read more here.
Keywords: laser; topical corticosteroids; potent topical; burn scars ... See more keywords
Treatment of Chronic Hypertrophic Burn Scars With a Fractional CO2 Laser Is Well Tolerated in an Outpatient Clinic Setting
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000003526
Abstract: Introduction The necessity of treating hypertrophic burn scars has expanded significantly with increased burn survivorship. Ablative lasers, such as carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers, have been the most common nonoperative option for improving functional outcomes in… read more here.
Keywords: co2 laser; burn; hypertrophic burn; burn scars ... See more keywords
Risk factors for hypertrophic burn scar pain, pruritus, and paresthesia development
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DOI: 10.1111/wrr.12637
Abstract: Hypertrophic scar pain, pruritus, and paresthesia symptoms are major and particular concerns for burn patients. However, because no effective and satisfactory methods exist for their alleviation, the clinical treatment for these symptoms is generally considered… read more here.
Keywords: pruritus; scar pain; paresthesia; scar ... See more keywords