Treatment of scars with flexion contracture using carbon dioxide laser and fractional photothermolysis

Abstract

Scars with flexion contracture of various origins are challenging problems which may cause not only cosmetic concerns, but also severe functional restriction. In this report, we describe a case presenting scars with flexion contracture: a 23-year-old Korean female with surgical scars on both axillae, which were treated by laser-cision (incision using carbon dioxide laser) with second intention wound healing followed by a non-ablative fractional photothermolysis system.