Prevention of Thyroidectomy Scars in Asian Adults Using a 532-nm Potassium Titanyl Phosphate Laser

Prediction of whether postoperative wound healing will result in a hypertrophic scar or keloid is difficult. Diverse treatment options have been developed in an effort to prevent excessive scar formation.To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a 532-nm potassium titanyl phosphate (KTP) laser in the prevention of scar formation after total thyroidectomy.Twenty-eight individuals with Fitzpatrick skin types IV and V and linear surgical suture lines...