A systematic review of treatments for acne scarring. Part 2: Energy-based techniques:

Scars, Burns & Healing

GeorgiosKravvas¹ 

关键词: Ablative;    acne scarring;    energy devices;    lasers;    non-ablative;    photothermolysis;    radiofrequency;   

DOI  :  10.1177/2059513118793420

学科分类：医学（综合）

来源: Sage Journals

【 摘 要 】

Introduction:Acne scarring is a very common problem, which can be extensive, and may lead to significant psychosocial morbidity. Multiple types of treatments are used to ameliorate atrophic scars with varying degrees of success. This paper provides an overview of the various energy-based modalities that are commonly employed against acne scarring.Objectives and methods:A comprehensive literature search of papers published since 2008 was performed in order to determine the efficacy and adverse reactions of commonly used energy-based treatments against post-acne scarring.Results:A total of 59 relevant articles were identified covering a multitude of different devices.Discussion:Ablative lasers seem to achieve the highest degree of efficacy, albeit this is associated with significant pain and downtime, and the risk for long-term pigmentary changes. Non-ablative fractional photothermolysis (FP) has a much safer profile but cannot achieve as good cosmetic results. The efficacies of fractional radiofrequency mi...

【 授权许可】

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