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|Articles|July 8, 2008

Etanercept demonstrates therapeutic effect on keloids

National report - A study shows that intralesional etanercept may provide an effective treatment for keloids, according to TherapeuticsDaily.

National report

- A study shows that intralesional etanercept may provide an effective treatment for keloids, according to TherapeuticsDaily.

Investigators tested an intralesional corticosteroid (triamcinolone acetonide/TAC) against intralesional etanercept (Enbrel, Amgen/Wyeth). Researchers found the intralesional corticosteroids down-regulate collagen gene expression, alter glycosaminoglycans and decrease fibroblast proliferation.


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