Keloids of the Earlobes: A Surgical Technique
- 1 July 1983
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
- Vol. 9 (7) , 552-556
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1524-4725.1983.tb00853.x
Abstract
“Core” excision of dumbbell-shaped keloids of the earlobe is described. This technique combined with in-tralesionaf steroids resulted in an apparent cure of six patients followed for over 1 year. The cosmetic results have been excellent.Keywords
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