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The development of a dedicated, nurse-led keloid scar clinic covering scar management and skin camouflage is described, the benefits of which have been evaluated. Results to date show that it is cost-effective, that it has reduced the non-attendance rate at the clinic, and that it improves compliance and has led to better resolution of scars in a shorter time than previously.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Davies K, Nduka C, Moir G. Nursing Times. 2004 Feb 3-9;100(5):40-4. Abstract Keloid and hypertrophic scars are difficult to treat, and their management requires a structured approach with input from a multidisciplinary team. 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