Steps Towards Preventing and Reducing Hypertrophic Scars: One Surgeon’s Experience

Hypertrophic scarring secondary to wound dehiscence remains an ongoing challenge for foot and ankle surgeons, despite advancements in surgical techniques and products development. Unattractive or thick scars on any patient exasperate me, but they are especially tough to endure when the patient is a child. A significant portion of my practice focuses on pediatric patients. A thick, wide, noticeable scar on this patient cohort can discourage the parents, the patient, and the doctor alike … read more