Method for improvement of scar size and appearance
US5552162A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 9, 1993 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/432
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for improving the size and appearance of a scar associated with a fibromatosis, a keloid, or a hypertrophic wound healing disorder comprises stimulating collagenase activity in the scar. Preferably, stimulating collagenase activity is accomplished by covering said scar with a thermal insulating material that elevates the surface temperature of the scar. Further disclosed is a method for improving the size and appearance of a scar comprises covering said scar with a thermal insulating material that elevates the surface temperature of the scar and that contains a therapeutically effective amount of a medicament.
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