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17 lis 2020 · The Trichophytic Technique As An Advancement In Primary Surgical Excision for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Removal Surgery. Primary excision involves surgically removing a specific area of unwanted skin, in this case, an elliptical region affected by AKN lesional growth.
A total of 15 studies were found utilizing medical and surgical treatments for AKN (see Tables 1, 2). Medical management included the use of topical or oral antibiotics, corticosteroids, retinoids, topical fusidic acid and topical urea.
25 maj 2024 · Complete surgical excision with primary closure is often used to achieve a favorable cosmetic outcome with minimal side effects . Depending on the size of the lesion, a staged surgical excision with layered closures 3–6 months apart in time may be necessary [43, 44].
7 lip 2021 · Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is a progressive inflammatory condition that affects posterior neck and occiput. Treatment options include antibiotics, steroids, lasers, radiotherapy and surgery. We present three patients with advanced ‘tumor-stage’ AKN that underwent radical local excision followed by either immediate or delayed skin ...
28 lip 2022 · Surgery to remove raised, keloid-like scarring: If you have a keloid-like scar, your dermatologist may recommend a treatment called surgical excision. During this treatment, a dermatologic surgeon cuts out the scar and replaces the removed tissue with healthy skin from elsewhere on your body.
In summary, excision of AKN with primary closure is an excellent surgical option in the treatment of AKN provided that the surgeon carefully assesses each case (ie, the size of the keloid and the laxity of nuchal skin) to determine whether the keloid should be excised in 1 or multiple stages.
Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) correctly termed "folliculitis keloidalis", is an unusual form of chronic folliculitis and cicatricial alopecia that affects nape of neck. AKN can lead to significant scarring with tumor like masses and alopecia.
