TY - JOUR PY - 2009// TI - Pathophysiology and management of the burn scar JO - Clinics in plastic surgery A1 - Ladak, Adil A1 - Tredget, E. E. SP - 661 EP - 674 VL - 36 IS - 4 N2 - Fibroproliferative disorders (FPDs) are common and serious disorders. Hypertrophic scar (HSc) and keloids represent the dermal equivalents of FPD and impose lower mortality but great morbidity. This article reviews current knowledge in the pathophysiology and molecular and cellular characteristics of postburn HSc. Additionally, current treatment modalities and future treatment options based on advancements in the understanding of the pathophysiology of HSc are discussed.
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LA - en SN - 0094-1298 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cps.2009.05.014 ID - ref1 ER -