Sammanfattning
Many patients struggle with tender, rigid and erythematous scars. Various modalities are used to treat cutaneous scars and in recent
years, laser treatments are emerging as promising procedures. This article describes laser systems used for scar treatment according to scar
type, evaluates the highest available level of evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and introduces a guideline for laser treatment
of scars. Twelve RCTs documented effect on acne, burn and surgical scars. It is recommended that laser- and light-based treatments are
considered according to the scar type.