Main description:

The second edition of this book has been fully revised to provide the latest advances in the management of scars caused by acne.

Beginning with an introduction to the pathophysiology of acne scars, types of scars and prevention, the following chapters discuss different treatment methods, from more basic topical management to surgical procedures. Different types of scars and their management are covered in depth.

Presented in a step by step format, each topic begins with an 'In a Nutshell' box summarising the key points of the chapter. An introduction to the treatment, followed by pre-procedure assessment and preparation, performing the procedure, post-procedure care, and complications, follow. Each section ends with a conclusion and references for further reading.

The comprehensive text places emphasis on procedures such as subcision, microneedling and CROSS technique with fractional lasers to optimise results. Case discussions, clinical photographs and illustrations are also included.

Key points

Step by step guide to latest advances in management of acne scars
Fully revised, second edition featuring many new topics
'In a Nutshell' boxes emphasise key learning points for each topic
Previous edition (9789350909577) published in 2014

Contents:

1. Current Concepts in the Treatment of Acne

2. Pathophysiology of Acne Scars

3. Types of Acne Scars and Grading Systems

4. Prevention of Acne Scars

5. Topical Treatment

6. Chemical Peels

7. CROSS Technique

8. Subcision

9. Punch Excision Techniques

10. Microneedling

11. Microdermabrasion

12. Lasers and Light Devices

13. Fillers

14. Autologous Fat Grafting for Acne Scars

15. Ice Pick Scars

16. Boxcar Scars

17. Rolling Scars

18. Linear and Lipoatrophic Acne Scars

19. Papular Scars

20. Keloids, Hypertrophic and Bridging Scars

21. Acne scars in Darker Skin Types

22. Complications of Treatment and their Management

23. Imaging Techniques for Acne Scars

24. Camouflage Techniques for Acne Scars

25. Newer Techniques for Acne Scars MNRF

26. Combination Techniques

27. Interesting Case Discussions

28. Algorithmic Approach for Acne Scars