Intralesional corticosteroid combination therapy shows odds ratio of 2.71 for improved keloid outcomes
Combining treatments may improve results for patients with keloids
This meta-analysis of keloid treatments found that combination therapy with intralesional corticosteroids and other agents yielded an odds r…
Combining corticosteroids with other treatments like 5-fluorouracil may offer better results and safety for people living with keloids.
Single-cell RNA sequencing identifies post-capillary venules and ADAM12+ fibroblasts as potential keloid targets
New research identifies specific cell types driving keloid scar growth
This meta-analysis of transcriptomic data uses single-cell RNA sequencing to identify cellular compositions in keloids across diverse ethnic…
Researchers identified specific blood vessel and skin cell types that may drive the growth of keloids across different ethnicities.
Systematic review shows intralesional vitamin D reduces steroid risks for keloid patients
Triamcinolone works better for keloids, but vitamin D spares skin damage
A meta-analysis of four trials found intralesional triamcinolone acetonide superior for scar improvement versus vitamin D. However, vitamin …
Triamcinolone acetonide improves keloid scars more than vitamin D, yet vitamin D lowers risks of skin thinning and color changes.
Narrative review offers mechano-immunology framework for keloid management strategies
Keloids May Be Driven by a Hidden Force You Can’t See
This narrative review synthesizes current understanding of keloid pathogenesis and treatment.
Understanding how tension fuels inflammation could change how we prevent and treat stubborn scars.