New KECORT Study Offers Guidelines for Consistent Keloid Treatment Using Intralesional Corticosteroids
Netherlands: In a recent development in dermatology, the KECORT Study has produced essential guidelines on keloid treatment using intralesional corticosteroids. The international e-Delphi study brings together experts from various fields to address the complexities of keloid management, a condition known for its challenging nature and high recurrence rates.
This e-Delphi study offers significant clinical treatment recommendations regarding key aspects of intralesional corticosteroid administration (ICA) in keloids. The researchers note that implementing these guidelines is expected to enhance consistency in keloid treatment and improve overall outcomes. The findings were published online in the American Journal of Clinical Dermatology.
Keloids are raised scars that result from an overproduction of collagen during the healing process. They can cause discomfort and distress for patients, making effective treatment crucial. ICA is the primary treatment for keloids. However, there is considerable variability in its application across clinical and scientific practices, making it difficult to compare treatment outcomes effectively.
To address this issue, Qi Yin, Department of Dermatology, Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and colleagues sought to reach a consensus on key aspects of intralesional corticosteroid administration using hypodermic needles for keloid treatment. They convened a global panel of dermatologists and plastic surgeons who specialize in this field, to develop consensus-based clinical recommendations for all physicians involved in managing keloids.
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