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Keloid

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Definition: A sharply elevated, irregularly shaped, progressively enlarging scar resulting from formation of excessive amounts of collagen in the dermis during connective tissue repair. It is differentiated from a hypertrophic scar (CICATRIX, HYPERTROPHIC) in that the former does not spread to surrounding tissues.  do not confuse with CICATRIX, HYPERTROPHIC; follow text of author; ACNE KELOID is also available   
See Also Cicatrix, Hypertrophic
Examples Acne Keloid 		Other names Keloids
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSource
Torticollis keloids cryptorchidism renal dysplasia  0   *Cryptorchidism *Keloid *Torticollis Kidney/abnormalities.

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