A review of scar scales and scar measuring devices.

Fearmonti, Regina; Bond, Jennifer; Erdmann, Detlev; Levinson, Howard

A review of scar scales and scar measuring devices.

dc.contributor.author	Fearmonti, Regina
dc.contributor.author	Bond, Jennifer
dc.contributor.author	Erdmann, Detlev
dc.contributor.author	Levinson, Howard
dc.date.accessioned	2022-09-01T22:10:19Z
dc.date.available	2022-09-01T22:10:19Z
dc.date.issued	2010-06-21
dc.date.updated	2022-09-01T22:10:18Z
dc.description.abstract	Objective Pathologic scarring affects millions of people worldwide. Quantitative and qualitative measurement modalities are needed to effectively evaluate and monitor treatments. Methods This article reviews the literature on available tools and existent assessment scales used to subjectively and objectively characterize scar. Results We describe the attributes and deficiencies of each tool and scale and highlight areas where further development is critical. Conclusion An optimal, universal scar scoring system is needed in order to better characterize, understand and treat pathologic scarring.
dc.identifier.issn	1937-5719
dc.identifier.issn	1937-5719
dc.identifier.uri	https://hdl.handle.net/10161/25665
dc.language	eng
dc.relation.ispartof	Eplasty
dc.title	A review of scar scales and scar measuring devices.
dc.type	Journal article
pubs.begin-page	e43
pubs.organisational-group	Duke
pubs.organisational-group	School of Medicine
pubs.organisational-group	Clinical Science Departments
pubs.organisational-group	Dermatology
pubs.organisational-group	Pathology
pubs.organisational-group	Surgery
pubs.organisational-group	Surgery, Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Oral Surgery
pubs.organisational-group	Institutes and Provost's Academic Units
pubs.organisational-group	Initiatives
pubs.organisational-group	Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship
pubs.publication-status	Published
pubs.volume	10