Nonablative fractional resurfacing evidence for Striae distensae

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae (SD) is a common cutaneous condition with an estimated incidence of 56%, associated with rapid skin expansion, hormonal changes, and genetic factors. While traditional treatments (e.g., topical tretinoin, various lasers) exhibit limitations, non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL), injectable fillers, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and combination therapies have emerged as promising...

Journal Article, Systematic Review

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Despite numerous treatment modalities for striae distensae (SD), a definitive gold standard therapy remains unidentified. AIMS: This study aims to evaluate and compare the efficacy of injectable poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) with a 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) in treating SD located in the abdominal area. METHODS: 40 women with SD were randomly assigned to one of four treatment groups: (1)...

Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial, Comparative Study

Abstract summary (English) Striae gravidarum (SG) is a kind of dermal scar associated with psychosocial and therapeutic challenge. Topical reagents and non-invasive laser are more preferred than invasive procedures for less pain and shorter downtime. However, there are few studies on comparing and combining these two modalities.

Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract summary (English) Striae gravidarum is a common dermatologic condition for females caused by multiple factors during pregnancy. It remains a therapeutic challenge especially in the striae alba (SA) stage, generating psychological and emotional distress to those affected. This study aims to compare the efficacy and safety of 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) and fractional microneedle radiofrequency (MRF) for treatment of...

Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae (SD), an unsightly cutaneous condition characterized by epidermal atrophy, can affect the quality of life of women. OBJECTIVES: The aim of our study was to compare the efficacy of a neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-perovskite 1340 nm non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) and the microneedling (MN) technique to treat striae alba (SA). MATERIALS AND METHODS: NAFL and MN were used to treat striae...

Comparative Study, Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Few effective treatments exist for striae alba, which are the mature stage of stretch marks. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy of the nonablative fractional 1,565-nm Erbium-glass (Er:glass) and the picosecond fractional 1,064/532-nm neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd:YAG) lasers in the treatment of striae alba. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Twenty subjects with striae alba on the bilateral abdomen were...

Clinical Trial, Comparative Study, Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae Distensae (SD) is a very common dermatologic condition. We evaluated the effectiveness and safety of a novel non-ablative fractional 1565 nm laser (ResurFX) on the appearance of SD. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Twelve Caucasian subjects with various stages of SD received three non-ablative laser treatments.

Clinical Trial, Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae distensae (SD) (stretch marks) are common dermal scars resulting from rapid skin stretching during puberty, pregnancy, or weight changes and disproportionately affect women. Management remains challenging, particularly in individuals with darker skin tones, due to variable efficacy and the risk of postinflammatory hyperpigmentation with certain therapies. OBJECTIVE: To review current and emerging...

Journal Article, Review

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Striae gravidarum (SG) are atrophic linear scars that represent one of the most common connective tissue changes during pregnancy. SG can cause emotional and psychological distress for many women. Research on risk factors, prevention, and management of SG has been often inconclusive.

Journal Article, Review

Abstract summary (English) Striae distensae are atrophic dermal scars associated with psychosocial stress. Several treatments have been used but there is no gold standard until now. Fractional photothermolysis has been described as a successful and safe method to treat scars.

Case Reports, Journal Article