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Original Article
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J Korean Soc Aesthetic Plast Surg. 1999;5(2):252-257. Published online January 1, 2001.
- SILICONE THERMOPLASTIC SPLINTING(SILON-STS ) FOR PROBLEMED SCARS.
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Sang Eun Lee, Jin Sik Burm, Chul Hoon Chung, Suk Joon Oh
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- Abstract
- A prospective study was done to evaulate the dfficacy of Silon-STS application on problemed scars. Silon-STS is one of various methods for the treatment of problemed scar. It is supplied in flat sheets composed of inner silicone layer and outer acrylic plate. It was pre-heated with an gas lighter and shaped over a mold of the anatomical region to be splinted. Silon-STS had been applied to 45 patients with hypertrophic scar, trapdoor, scar, irregular elevated scar, and keloid for 2 to 6 months. Color changes and thickness of the scars were evaluated by serial photography. Customory forming techniques to shape Sion-STS followed by trimming and strap attachment can also be used. The results have been successful in 43 cases(96%). Skin rash, pruritis were complained by two patients. Silon-STS application has been an effective method for the treatment of problemed scars in our experience.
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