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Laser for Scars

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Abstract

Introduction of scar pathogenesis, epidemiology, and classifications.

Indications and contraindications for laser scar treatment.

Appropriate management of scars, including pre- and post-operative techniques.

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  1. Dermatologic Surgery and Lasers Unit, Department of Medical Services Ministry of Public Health, Institute of Dermatology, Bangkok, Thailand

    Voraphol Vejjabhinanta MD

  2. The Permanente Medical Group, Redwood City, CA, USA

    Shalu S. Patel MD

  3. Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA

    Keyvan Nouri

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  1. Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA

    Keyvan Nouri

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Vejjabhinanta, V., Patel, S.S., Nouri, K. (2018). Laser for Scars. In: Nouri, K. (eds) Lasers in Dermatology and Medicine. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-76118-3_4

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