Modern methods for early prevention of surgical scars: a literature review

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Scar development is the most common complication and one of the main criteria for success or failure in skin tumor removal. The location, size, and appearance of scars depend on oncological, anatomical, and surgical limitations, as well as internal factors influencing the complex healing process. Timely preventive measures for postoperative wounds and immature scars optimize the healing process in the early stages, improving the cosmetic appearance of the scar and reducing the risk of developing pathological defects. This literature review presents the main methods for the early prevention of scar development, including surgical, medicinal, and physical therapy methods, and evaluates their effectiveness as mono- or combination therapy, based on current research data.

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S. P. Seleznev

Moscow Regional Clinical Dermatovenerologic Dispensary

Author for correspondence.
Email: selezserpavl@mail.ru
ORCID iD: 0000-0002-7045-4636
SPIN-code: 3646-4761

Oncologist

Russian Federation, Moscow

E. V. Gusakova

Central State Medical Academy of the Administrative Directorate of the President of the Russian Federation

Email: gusakova07@mail.ru
ORCID iD: 0000-0002-9711-6178
SPIN-code: 5913-9674

Dr. Sci. (Med.), Head of the Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine with a Course in Clinical Psychology and Pedagogics

Russian Federation, Moscow

A. V. Sychev

Central State Medical Academy of the Administrative Directorate of the President of the Russian Federation

Email: unmc-surgery@yandex.ru
ORCID iD: 0000-0002-2808-8679
SPIN-code: 7554-9210

Cand. Sci. (Med.), Associate Professor, Department of Surgery with a Course in Endoscopy

Russian Federation, Moscow

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