Acne: Surgical Therapy

1st order

  • Surgical excision (removal of tissue) of acne inversa (hidradenitis suppurativa) in a more severe courseIndication: when the disease returns after discontinuation of medicationA study showed this; 80% were very satisfied or satisfied with the procedure; 85% would recommend excision to other sufferers.

2nd order

  • Incision (incision) of melting nodes and abscesses.
  • Surgical scar correction after acne has subsided may be necessary in rare cases