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Striae treated by a novel combination treatment – sand abrasion and a patent mixture containing 15% trichloracetic acid followed by 6–24 hrs of a patent cream under plastic occlusion
Author(s) -
Adatto M A,
Deprez P
Publication year - 2003
Publication title -
journal of cosmetic dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.626
H-Index - 44
eISSN - 1473-2165
pISSN - 1473-2130
DOI - 10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00023.x
Subject(s) - abrasion (mechanical) , medicine , occlusion , abdomen , dermatology , surgery , materials science , composite material
Summary Background  Striae are a common cosmetic problem, especially for women. Little has been published about chemical peel treatment of striae. Objective  To recount 5 years experience of striae treated by a novel combination treatment – sand abrasion and a patent mixture containing 15% trichloracetic acid followed by 6–24 h of a patent cream under plastic occlusion. Materials and methods  Sixty‐nine females of various phototypes, aged 14–63 years, were treated at various anatomical sites: abdomen (43), lateral thighs (11), breasts (4), back (3), waist (3) and others (5). Striae of all types: fresh, old, mild and severe, were treated. Average follow up was 18 months. Results  After 1–8 treatments (median 4.2), appearance of the striae improved by 70%. Results were best in fresher and more superficial striae. Conclusions  A novel combination treatment is reported which safely, predictably and effectively improved striae in all skin types.

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