Specific Attention Areas in Scar Management: Specific Scar Management Depending on Anatomical Features (Face, Hair, Breast, Hand, Joints, Foot)

The document discussed the challenges of managing scars in specific anatomical areas, highlighting the impact of scarring on the scalp, face, chest, hands, feet, and large joints. Scalp scarring could lead to alopecia, which was particularly stigmatizing for women and children. Facial and chest scars affected aesthetics and quality of life, while scarring on hands, feet, or joints could impair function. Effective scar management required tailored approaches, such as local flaps for contracted scars, dermal substitutes, skin grafting, and fractional lasers for texture improvement. Combining treatments based on individual scar needs, along with physiotherapy and conservative methods, was recommended to prevent future scarring and maintain function.