Keloid
Keloid Definition A keloid is defined as excessive scar tissue that extends beyond the boundaries of original incision or wound. Causes of keloid Increased level of growth factors Deeply pigmented skin Hereditary Certain areas of body-triangle found by xiphisternum and two shoulder tips. Histopathology Excessive collagen with hypervascularity Treatment Pressure with help of local moulds or elasticated garments Silicone gel sheeting Intralesional steroid injection of triamcinolone Excision and steroid injection Excision and post op radiation Intralesional excision Laser Vitamin E Palm oil massage