Background: Many options for the improvement of depressed
scars include scar revision with an elliptical excision,
z-plasty, w-plasty, and geometric broken-line closure were
found. Dermabrasion and laser treatment has been used to
obtain a uniform skin surface. Hypertrophic scars can be
treated with intralesional steroids and silicone pressure.
Occasionally, scars may be adherent to the underlying structure.
This depression along the length of the scar worsens the
aesthetic deformity. Fat injection is an established method
for treating depressions and contour deformities. Addition of
PRP to fat grafts offers a better fat grafting survival.
Material and Methods: We report encouraging results
with the injection of the PRP enriched fat into a pocket made
with a sharp cannula in treating 20 patients with depressed
and adherent scars.
Conclusion: This technique is a useful addition to the
surgeon's resources when treating scars.