Which surgical scar treatments improve cosmesis?
Researchers have scoured the literature but find few therapies 'work'
Evidence is lacking for interventions to improve the appearance of post-surgical scars but US researchers say there is some support for use of taping or silicone gels.
Other approaches often tried by patients, such as use of vitamin E ointment, onion extract or massage have been addressed only in low quality studies, they say.
