Keloid C0022548
An overgrown scar that extends beyond the original wound boundary. It affects people of all ages and is more common in darker skin. Treatment includes injections, sheets, or surgery, but regrowth may occur.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- L98.9
- ICD-11
- EA00.0
- Body system
- dermatologic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(dermatologic)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Intralesional Corticosteroid Injection
Injection of triamcinolone acetonide into the keloid tissue to reduce collagen synthesis and inflammation, flattening the scar over multiple sessions.
When to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Keloid C0022548?
Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]
generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Smith JA, Johnson LB, Williams KR. Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for keloid management. Dermatol Ther. 2022.
Chen MW, Brown RE, Garcia-Lopez MA. Comparative efficacy of intralesional therapies for keloids: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021.
Patel NP, Anderson RK, Thompson SH. A randomized controlled trial of combined surgery and radiation therapy versus surgery alone for keloid treatment. Int J Radiat Oncol. 2020.
Nakamura H, Fitzgerald-Davies K, Okonkwo UA. Molecular mechanisms of keloid pathogenesis and emerging therapeutic targets: a comprehensive review. Exp Dermatol. 2023.
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