Monopolar RF lifting evidence for Striae distensae

Abstract summary (English) Striae distensae (SD) are a prevalent dermatological concern of women and approximately 90% of pregnant women experience these stretch marks. Fractional microneedle radiofrequency (FMR) and fractional CO2 laser (FCL) have gained substantial attention in the treatment of SD. In clinical studies, a clear superiority between FMR and FCL treatments is not found due to limited studies and sample sizes.

Journal Article, Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, Comparative Study

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae (SD) are cutaneous lesions that are caused by hormones or mechanical stress leading to rapid expansion of skin. Therefore, SD are now a cosmetic concern. However, improving SD is notoriously difficult.

Journal Article, Systematic Review, Comparative Study, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't, Network Meta-Analysis

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae (SD) are common and aesthetically undesirable dermal lesions. The aim of this study is to comprehensively evaluate the effectiveness of different therapies in treating striae distensae using network meta-analysis. METHODS: A systematic search of electronic databases up to December 1, 2019 was conducted.

Journal Article, Systematic Review, Network Meta-Analysis

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae gravidarum is a common skin condition resulting after pregnancy, caused by fibroblast dysfunction. Although not considered a disease, it may be considered cosmetically unpleasant to sufferers and remains as a therapeutic challenge to date. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a sublative bipolar fractional radiofrequency (FRF) system, associated with 0.1% topical tretinoin, in...

Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae are very common cutaneous disorders that produce great psychological stress for women. OBJECTIVE: measure and compare between efficacy and tolerability of three modalities for treatment of striae distensae. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Forty-five female patients with striae distensae were randomly selected from the outpatient dermatology clinics of Al-Zahra university Hospital within 6 months...

Comparative Study, Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae are caused by rapid stretching of the skin. They are often secondary to obesity or pregnancy and can lead to significant cosmetic disfigurement. AIM: To determine the efficacy, indications, and side effects of commonly used energy devices in the treatment of striae.

Journal Article, Systematic Review

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Very few treatments for striae are based on prospective randomized trials. The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy of bipolar fractional radiofrequency and bipolar radiofrequency potentiated with infrared light, alone or combined, for treating abdominal stretch marks. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS: Bicentric prospective interventional randomized controlled trial in the...

Comparative Study, Journal Article, Multicenter Study, Randomized Controlled Trial, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Abstract summary (English) Striae distensae are an extremely common, therapeutically challenging form of dermal scarring. Risk factors have been reported but much remains to be understood about their epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment. Up-to-date knowledge of the scientific research and the evidence behind both preventative and therapeutic agents are vital in order to understand striae and to offer patients the best therapeutic...

Journal Article, Systematic Review

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae (SD) is a challenging cosmetic condition. Ablative fractional laser (AFL) is an effective method for treating SD. Recently, fractional radiofrequency (FRF) has been shown to be a promising treatment for SD; however, few studies have shown the differences between FRF and AFL in the treatment of SD.

Journal Article, Comparative Study

Abstract summary (English) Striae distensae (SD) cause a cosmetic problem to many patients. Recently, fractional micro-needle radiofrequency (FMR) device has been introduced in treatment of SD. Also, fractional CO₂ laser has been used as a resurfacing laser technique in the treatment of SD.

Clinical Trial, Comparative Study, Journal Article