Assessment of the efficacy and safety of auricular keloids excision followed by 5-aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy

Auricular keloids are a significant clinical challenge, which adversely affect the life of the patient at the level of aesthetic and psychological well-being. Despite various treatment modalities, a universally effective therapy has yet to be established. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) offers a promising approach by inhibiting the abnormal proliferation of fibroblasts while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy cells and tissues. This study evaluates the clinical outcomes of auricular keloid patients treated with excision followed by 5-aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy (ALA-PDT).