Studying the Efficacy of a New Radical Treatment for Acne Vulgaris Using a Surgical Technique

February 2019 in “ Journal of dermatological treatment ”

Asahiko Tsukayama, Akiko Yoshinaga

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TLDR A new surgical technique effectively cures acne in most patients.

The study developed a new surgical technique for treating acne vulgaris using tweezers to widen hair follicles and discharge comedo and pus. Among 4566 patients, 85% were cured within 1-10 treatments, 93% within 1-20 treatments, and 99% within 1-50 treatments. The technique showed complete healing of acne, suggesting it could serve as a basic treatment option, potentially preventing psychological distress and avoiding medication side effects.

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A new surgical technique effectively cures acne in most patients.