A service evaluation of the Cosmetic camouflage service at a UK regional plastic surgery department
Published Date: 04th May 2022
Publication Authors: Oke S, Cappuyns L, Shokrollahi K
Poster presentation for the BBA Annual Meeting, May 2022. Full conference programme available here: https://www.britishburnassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/BBA-Bristol-4-6.5.22-Full-Programme-.pdf
Introduction
The negative impact of scars and cutaneous dermatoses including vitiligo and rosacea are well known. Cosmetic camouflage is one potentially helpful intervention and involves the application of a range of waterproof products to temporarily conceal pigmentation and contour irregularities.
Aim
This study is the first evaluation of the Whiston Hospital Cosmetic Camouflage service and aims to develop a better understanding of the cosmetic camouflage service provided at a regional burns and plastic surgery centre, including an understanding of patient groups and anatomical areas treated.
Methods
A retrospective analysis reviewed records of all patients referred to the camouflage service between January 2019 and March 2020 using EDMS (electronic health record) . The data collected consisted of: patient demographics, types of conditions referred, the anatomical areas commonly treated, the common referring professions and the type of products used or prescribed for patients.
Conclusions
Cosmetic camouflage acts as a non-invasive intervention which can be superior to other forms of treatments for some conditions. We found that the service is useful for conditions found in visible anatomical areas, particularly the face and that the service is used more by female patients. We were unable to gather enough data concerning compliance as most referrals were dealt with in one appointment and with no further follow-up. Further studies should assess compliance with use of prescribed products, patient’s perspectives and patient satisfaction with the cosmetic camouflage in order to determine ways to improve the service.
Oke,S; Cappuyns, L; Simpson, A; Shokrollahi, K. (2022). A service evaluation of the Cosmetic camouflage service at a UK regional plastic surgery department. Conference poster from British Burns Association Annual Meeting, 4th-6th May 2022.
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