861 Association between keloids and atopic dermatitis: a cross-sectional study at a tertiary care center

Keloid scars are a result of aberrant would healing due to inflammation or skin trauma that can cause pruritus, contractures and pain. Recent literature suggests a potential association between atopy and keloids. Thus, the primary goal of this study was to assess the association between keloids and atopic dermatitis in a diverse patient population. EPIC was utilized to collect anonymous, aggregate-level data on patients 18 years or greater seen at the Johns Hopkins Hospital System (JHHS) from 4/4/2013 to 12/19/18.
Source: Journal of Investigative Dermatology - Category: Dermatology Authors: Tags: Skin of Color Source Type: research