Keloid negatively affects body image

Skin is a versatile organ endowed with intrinsic functions and physiological interactions with other organs and systems. This organ participates in the interface with the external environment, in social interactions, and interpersonal relationships [1]. Skin wound healing is a vital event for the body to restore the cutaneous integrity. This process consists of several mechanisms and complex signaling cascades, which in harmony and synchronism result in an adequate scar [2]. Perturbations of the balance between synthesis and degradation of collagen, essentially resulting in tissue accumulation, generate fibroproliferative scars, such as keloid [3].
Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research