Surgical scars are usually a line or long, narrow ellipse at the site of a skin procedure. Sometimes they become raised or discoloured.
Also known as
Hypertrophic scar, keloid scar, hypertrophic surgical scar, overgrown scar, raised scar, cicatrix
Symptoms and signs
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Discoloured patch (often pink or red) at the site of a surgical procedure
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Firm, raised lump at the site of a surgical procedure
Risk factors
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Stretching of the skin during a procedure, in order to bring the skin edges together
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Stretching of the skin after the procedure, for a period of several weeks
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Wound infection and breakdown
Prognosis / outcome
A raised or overgrown scar is usually permanent unless it is treated. It rarely causes any medical issues although it may be unsightly, itchy and uncomfortable.
Progression
Procedures for
Surgical scars
Medications for
Surgical scars
Prevention of
Surgical scars
More information
News / blog articles
Recommended web links
Epicyn: Advanced scar management technology
Te Arai BioFarma Ltd
Epicyn combines silcone gel with hypochlorous acid to assist wound healing and minimise scar development.
Date accessed:
14 Mar
2021
Pictures
Clinical images of
Surgical scars
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