Early Postoperative Treatment of Thyroidectomy Scars Using a Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser

Jung, Jin Young; Jeong, Jong Ju; Roh, Hyo Jin; Cho, Su Hyun; Chung, Kee Yang; Lee, Won Jai; Nam, Kee Hyun; Chung, Woong Youn

doi:10.1111/j.1524-4725.2010.01853.x

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“…However, there has been no study to compare the results between PDL and AFL on scars resulted from surgery. [3][4][5]12,13 Traditionally, lasers have been used to treat mature scars beginning a few months after trauma or surgery. However, many patients desire scar treatment as soon as possible after surgery.…”

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A Comparison of the Scar Prevention Effect Between Carbon Dioxide Fractional Laser and Pulsed Dye Laser in Surgical Scars

Kim

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Choi

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Dermatologic Surgery

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A Comparison of the Scar Prevention Effect Between Carbon Dioxide Fractional Laser and Pulsed Dye Laser in Surgical Scars

Kim

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Choi

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Dermatologic Surgery

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“…To improve scar quality and prevent hypertrophic scarring, minimal tension on wound and incision line following skin creases is required (2)(3)(4). In addition, topical application of silicone gel sheets (5,6) or onion extract (7) and early intervention with laser devices (8)(9)(10) have shown some beneficial effects. However, scarless wound healing has not yet been achieved despite these various approaches.…”

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Effect of recombinant human epidermal growth factor on cutaneous scar quality in thyroidectomy patients

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Jeong

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Journal of Dermatological Treatment

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“…39,42,43 PIH has been associated with higher-density settings. [44][45][46] Nonablative fractional lasers NAFLs utilize a wavelength of light in the midinfrared spectrum that penetrates into the midreticular dermis, inducing new collagen formation and tissue remodeling. These lasers create a grid of MTZs that leave intervening areas of skin unaffected.…”

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Advances in fractional technology for skin rejuvenation, skin tightening, drug delivery, and treating scars and skin defects

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I n recent decades, there has been a revolution in energy-based treatment options for skin scarring, rejuvenation, and tightening. One of the most promising developments has been the introduction of fractional photothermolysis, developed by Anderson and Manstein in 2004. Fractionated systems deliver laser energy in a grid-like pattern, creating microscopic columns of ablative and/or coagulative damage termed microthermal zones (MTZs), which stimulate collagen remodeling.1 The incorporation of fractional photothermolysis into energy-based devices has allowed less destruction to surrounding tissue, leading to desired results with the minimization of unwanted side effects, leading to both ablative and nonablative laser devices becoming desirable treatment options for cutaneous scarring and rejuvenation. Given their impressive results, newer fractional laser treatment options, including picosecond lasers, quality-switched (QS) lasers, and combined ablative and nonablative lasers, are being investigated for the treatment of these common skin conditions.The following review addresses the current and emerging topics on fractional laser treatment of skin scarring and rejuvenation based on the device type, including ablative, nonablative, QS, picosecond, and hybrid fractional lasers (HFLs). Additionally, newer energy-based fractional devices, such as radiofrequency (RF) with and without microneedling and the use of fractionated technology for drug delivery, are discussed in the context of these common skin conditions. Fractionated lasersTreatment options for cutaneous scars and skin rejuvenation have evolved significantly since the rise in popularity of ablative lasers in the 1990s. Newer treatment options, including ablative fractional lasers (AFL) and nonablative fractional lasers (NAFL), have garnered favor, given the milder side effect profile in comparison with traditional fully ablative lasers. Ablative fractional lasersAcne scarring AFLs were developed in an attempt to achieve the efficacy of traditional ablative lasers with the milder side effect profile of fractional technology. Although a single treatment produces less dramatic, albeit noticeable, results than traditional fully ablative lasers can, multiple treatments result in greater clinical improvement.2 Currently, there are 3 types of AFLs available for scar treatment: the 10600-nm carbon dioxide (CO2), the 2940-nm erbium:yttrium aluminum garnet (Er:YAG), and the 2740-nm yttrium scandium gallium garnet (YSGG) lasers. AFL is associated with the increased risk of both protracted erythema and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) in darker skin types, which has led many clinicians to prefer a longer series of NAFL treatments over AFL treatments to achieve similar results with a lower risk of side effects.Multiple studies support the efficacy of the fractional CO2 laser in acne scars. The overwhelming majority of these studies investigate the utility of these lasers in atrophic facial scars. While NAFLs typically require multiple sessions to achieve modest ...

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Early Postoperative Treatment of Thyroidectomy Scars Using a Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser

Abstract: Early postoperative CO(2) FS treatment of thyroidectomy scars is effective and safe.

Cited by 73 publications

References 29 publications

A Comparison of the Scar Prevention Effect Between Carbon Dioxide Fractional Laser and Pulsed Dye Laser in Surgical Scars

A Comparison of the Scar Prevention Effect Between Carbon Dioxide Fractional Laser and Pulsed Dye Laser in Surgical Scars

Effect of recombinant human epidermal growth factor on cutaneous scar quality in thyroidectomy patients

Advances in fractional technology for skin rejuvenation, skin tightening, drug delivery, and treating scars and skin defects

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