Search

for
Search:

GlossaryScabs (Eschar)

protective crusts forming over wounds to aid healing

Scabs, also known as crusts or eschar, are protective layers that form over a wound or damaged skin as part of the body's natural healing process. They consist of dried blood, plasma, and other fluids, and serve to protect the underlying tissue from infection while new skin cells regenerate.

Related Terms

Learn

0 / 0 results

— no results

Research

5 / 187 results

research Skin Manifestations of Chronic Kidney Disease

September 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

People with advanced chronic kidney disease often have skin problems, which can be treated with various medications and procedures to improve their quality of life.

research Expression of the Orphan Protein Plet-1 During Trichilemmal Differentiation of Anagen Hair Follicles

30 citations, February 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Plet-1 protein helps hair follicle cells move and stick to tissues.

research Head and Neck Reconstruction: Management and Techniques for Burns

6 citations, July 2017 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery”

The document concludes that individualized reconstruction plans are essential for improving function and appearance after head and neck burns.

research Correcting Problems in Hair Restoration Surgery: An Update

15 citations, May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

New techniques in hair restoration surgery can fix unnatural results from old methods, improving patient self-esteem.

research The Facelift

7 citations, August 1989 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology”

Facelifts can lead to high patient satisfaction and a quick recovery when done correctly.

View more "eschar" in research →

Community Join

1 / 1 results

community Hair loss treatment tier list by Dr Oscar Muñoz

BernatNin in Treatment 933 upvotes 6 months ago

Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.