Treatment of scars with cryotherapy

Scar treatment by cryotherapy is a minimally invasive medical procedure that uses extremely low temperatures to selectively destroy pathological scar tissue and stimulate the skin’s natural regenerative processes.

Role/Objective

• Reduces the volume and firmness of hypertrophic and keloid scars
• Inhibits fibroblast proliferation and excessive collagen production
• Improves the aesthetic appearance of scars by smoothing and evening the skin
• Alleviates scar-related symptoms such as pain, itching, and local tightness
• Supports tissue remodeling and enhances skin elasticity

Indications

• Hypertrophic scars
• Keloid scars
• Post-surgical scars
• Post-traumatic scars
• Selected post-acne scars

Contraindications

• Active infections or inflammation in the treatment area
• Severe peripheral circulation disorders
• Cold sensitivity (e.g. cryoglobulinemia, Raynaud phenomenon)
• Active skin diseases in the treatment area
• Pregnancy (based on individual medical assessment)

Procedure

• Clinical evaluation of the scar and treatment protocol planning
• Cleansing and disinfection of the treatment area
• Application of a cryogenic agent (usually liquid nitrogen) using controlled techniques
• Destruction of scar tissue through rapid freezing and gradual thawing
• Post-procedure monitoring of the local reaction

Procedure Duration / Treatment

• 10–30 minutes per session
• Number of sessions is individualized based on scar type, size, and age
• Interval between sessions: 3–6 weeks

Sources:

https://thedermdigest.com/the-dermatologists-guide-to-treating-keloids-5-pearls-and-promising-future-therapies/
https://www.chaban-medical.com/what-is-cryotherapy
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5965337/

 

IMPORTANT!

The information presented in this section is for informational purposes only and is not intended for self-diagnosis or treatment. In case of pain or worsening health, it is essential to consult a physician, who will recommend the necessary investigations and establish a personalized treatment plan. To ensure the most accurate and consistent interpretation of test results, it is recommended that analyses be performed in the same laboratory, as different laboratories may use different methods and measurement units for similar tests.