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Scar Remodeling With Adipose-derived Stem Cell Exosomes After Facial Deep Dermal Injury.

Seo MG., Jung DW.

Case Report / Series on Scar, published in Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open (2026) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.

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Early human evidence such as case series or small samples is exploring possible benefits.

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Study type
Case Report / Series
Journal
Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open (2026)
Country
United States
Reported sample size
—
Source database
PubMed
PMID
42266813
DOI
10.1097/GOX.0000000000007802

Abstract (original English)

Adipose-derived stem cell exosomes (ASC-exosomes) are emerging as a highly effective regenerative therapy for scar management. We present a case of a 30-year-old female patient who developed severe facial dermal injury and scar contracture following complications from a skin booster injection. Despite initial epithelialization, poor scar quality persisted. Treatment consisted of topical application of ASC-exosome with adjunctive microneedling to enhance intradermal delivery. During a 6-month period, therapy resulted in significant dermal healing, minimal scarring, and improved scar texture and pigmentation, without complications. Histologically, exosomes are known to promote tissue regeneration by modulating collagen remodeling, fibroblast differentiation, and angiogenesis. Our findings provide clinical evidence supporting the therapeutic potential of ASC-exosomes for scar remodeling after deep dermal injury, consistent with previous histological studies. Further research is needed to optimize delivery protocols and validate long-term efficacy.

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  • • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.
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