"Scar Wars: Manual Dermabrasion Vs. Fractional Co2 Laser - A Battle of Resurfacing Techniques"

Abstract

Background: The study aims to compare the effectiveness of scar resurfacing using manual dermabrasion versus fractional CO2 laser treatment for post-surgical scars. The comparison focuses on various parameters, including pain, discomfort, edema, hyperpigmentation, eschar formation, safety, and patient acceptance.

Material and Methods: A total of 60 patients were randomly assigned to two groups of 30 each. Group 1 received treatment through manual dermabrasion, while Group 2 underwent fractional CO2 laser treatment.

Results: Patients were evaluated postoperatively at 1, 3, and 6 months for pain, edema, hyperpigmentation, and eschar formation.

Conclusion: The study concludes that both techniques are effective for scar resurfacing; however, statistical analysis indicates that fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is more effective than manual dermabrasion in treating post-surgical scars.