Efficacy Evaluation of Endolift-Based Subcision on Acne Scar Treatment Publisher Pubmed



Nilforoushzadeh MA^{1, 2} ; Fakhim T² ; Heidarikharaji M¹ ; Hanifnia AR² ; Hejazi S² ; Torkamaniha E^{1, 2} Show Affiliations
Source: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology Published:2021

Abstract

Background: People with acne scar suffer from destruction to the surface of the skin. Treating acne scars is a challenge that might need several methods. Aims: Subsection is a method that has been informed to be a useful method in treating rolling acne scars. While Subcision is a valued procedure, its effect is mild to moderate due to its high reappearance rate, and patients' dissatisfaction with some of the side effects such as inflammation after procedure. Patients/Methods: In this pilot study, 9 rolling acne scar patients underwent Subcision with the Endolift (200-nm fiber) and followed up for 3 months. Outcomes were evaluated by 3 dermatologists (Blind). Also, the patients’ satisfaction was assessed to compare with dermatologist's opinions. Results: Our results indicated that Subcision with the Endolift displayed good and very good improvement in about 90% of patient with a good and very good satisfaction in the patients. Photographic data evaluation indicated 100% improvement in scar depth, topography, and total acne scar appearance. The average numbers of lesions before the treatment were 25.5 ± 12.1, and after treatment, it was reduced to 11.4 ± 2.1 (P <.05). Conclusion: Subcision with the Endolift seems to be a safe and effective method for acne scar treatment. It is done with a single perforation on each side (instead of several perforations), which reduces the pain and scar risk in the patients. Also, Endolift-based Subcision needs fewer surgical sessions and less recovery time with less inflammation and erythema. © 2020 Wiley Periodicals LLC