Debulking of Keloid Combined with Intralesional Injection of 5-Flurouracil and Triamcinolone versus Intralesional Injection of 5-Flurouracil and Triamcinolone

Khalifa E. Sharquie, Adil A. Noaimi, Mahmood R. Al-Karhi

Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Baghdad Teaching Hospital, Baghdad, Iraq.
Scientific Council of Dermatology and Venereology-Iraqi and Arab Board for Medical Specializations, Department of Dermatology & Venereology, College of Medicine, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq.

DOI: 10.4236/jcdsa.2014.42013                

Abstract

Background: A wide range of therapies exist for keloids. But despite the multiple treatment modalities available, keloids still remain a significant challenge for both the clinician and the patient. Objective: To assess the effectiveness and safety of debulking of keloid with intralesional injection of 5-flurouracil and triamcinolone in comparison to intralesional injection of 5-flurouracil and triamcinolone alone. Patient and Methods: This single blinded comparative therapeutic outpatient based study was done at the Department of Dermatology, Baghdad Teaching Hospital during the period from February 2011 to February 2013. Twenty-three patients with 52 lesions were enrolled in the study and consisted of two groups: Group A (26 lesions): Treated by intralesional injection of combination of 5-flurouracil and triamcinolone acetonide and repeated every month; Group B (26 lesions): Debulking was carried out first and then injection of combination of 5-flurouracil and triamcinolone acetonide at time of operation and then repeated injection monthly. Evaluation was performed by scoring system with 5 criteria (redness, elevation, hardness, itching and tenderness). The response was graded as no response, minimal, moderate or complete response. Results: Both modalities of treatments showed significant results in treating keloid, but the intralesional therapy alone was slightly better than debulking plus intralesional and no systemic adverse effects were noticed in both groups. Conclusion: Both modalities of therapy were effective in treatment of keloid, and there was no much difference between them.

Keywords

Keloid; 5-Flurouracil; Triamcinolone Acetonide; Debulking

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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