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March 2018 in “International journal of molecular sciences” The document concludes that the understanding of scar formation is incomplete and current prevention and treatment for hypertrophic scars and keloids are not fully effective.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Keloid scars can form after hair transplant surgery and should be prevented and treated early.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mechanical tension worsens keloid scars by activating inflammation and fibrosis pathways.
January 2019 in “Paëmi Sino” Women with keloid scars often have acne and hair loss, especially those with "true" keloids, indicating a possible hormonal imbalance.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Combination pharmacotherapy is generally more effective for treating keloids and hypertrophic scars.