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Table 2 Keloid and hypertrophic scar treatment algorithm for specialized medical facilities

From: Diagnosis and Treatment of Keloids and Hypertrophic Scars—Japan Scar Workshop Consensus Document 2018

Corticosteroid tape/plaster, ointment, injections

Various external medicines

Oral medicines; e.g., tranilast, Saireito extract

Rest / fixation therapy; e.g., taping, silicone gel sheeting

Compression therapy; e.g., bandages, supporters, garments

Surgery

Radiotherapy

Laser therapy

Make-up therapy

Psychosocial health care

Others