A randomized controlled trial of hydrocolloid dressing in the treatment of hypertrophic scars and keloids

Silicone gel sheeting has been investigated for use in the treatments of keloids and hypertrophic scars. Its mechanism of action may be related to scar hydration. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate a hydrocolloid occlusive dressing that also acts by promoting a moist environment. In a...

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Published inDermatologic surgery Vol. 22; no. 9; p. 775
Main Authors Phillips, T J, Gerstein, A D, Lordan, V
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.09.1996
Subjects
Adult
Cicatrix, Hypertrophic - therapy
Colloids
Female
Humans
Keloid - therapy
Lipids
Male
Occlusive Dressings
Ointment Bases - administration & dosage
Prospective Studies
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Summary:Silicone gel sheeting has been investigated for use in the treatments of keloids and hypertrophic scars. Its mechanism of action may be related to scar hydration. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate a hydrocolloid occlusive dressing that also acts by promoting a moist environment. In a randomized controlled prospective study, patients were allocated to receive hydrocolloid dressing or moisturizer to keloids or hypertrophic scars. Scar size and volume, color, patient symptoms, and transcutaneous oxygen measurements were taken. There was significantly reduced itching (P < 0.03), somewhat reduced pain (P < 0.08) and increased pliability (10%) for both treatments over 2 months. Hydration of the scar for 2 months resulted in symptomatic improvement, but no change in physical parameters.
ISSN:1076-0512
DOI:10.1111/j.1524-4725.1996.tb00728.x