Nd:YAG Laser as optional treatment for keloid and hypertropic scar (clinical experience)

Abstract

Various treatments have been used to treat hypertrophic scar and keloid. Nd:YAG laser is one of modality that is used to treat them. Nd:YAG laser can reach deep dermal region and it acts by suppressing neovascularization in these pathological scars, which are characterized by vessel overgrowth that results in nerve fibers and also collagen in the reticular layer of the dermis. This study to show effect laser based on clinical experience using Nd:YAG laser for 1 year.