Dermatol. praxi. 2012;6(3):144-147

Current options of keloid treatment

MUDr.Jaroslav Urbánek

Klinika chorob kožních a pohlavních, LF UP a FN Olomouc

Keloids are benign fibrous tumours that occur as a result of impaired physiological processes of wound healing. Unlike hypertrophic

scars, they extend beyond their original site, do not tend to spontaneously regress, and are often associated with tenderness or itching.

Predilection sites include the anterior aspect of the chest, the face, shoulders, and upper limbs. Higher rates of keloids are seen in darker

races and younger individuals; also of significance is familial predisposition.

Treatment of keloids is commonly difficult due to frequent recurrences. It usually consists in combining various procedures, including

surgical procedures, cryotherapy, radiation therapy, the use of silicone dressings, compression bandages, lasers or intralesional administration

of corticosteroids and other agents.

The article describes current options of keloid treatment and prevention with an emphasis on the most commonly used procedures.

Keywords: keloids, scars, treatment, prevention

Published: November 1, 2012  Show citation