International Journal of Academic Health and Medical Research (IJAHMR)   Year: 2022 | Volume: 6 | Issue: 8 | Page No.: 1-4 Surgical Treatment of Complex Axillary Scare Contractures- One Case Report Download PDF Kaoutar Johri , Rafik Amine, Boukind Elhassan Abstract: Axillary scar contracture is frequently observed after severe burn insult and is usually accompanied by scarred adjacent area. These scars result in adduction deformity, which may be severe and diffuse. The lack of adequate treatment in the acute phase leads to complex scars that require different surgical techniques depending on the clinical examination of surgeon. Through a clinical case of a complex axillary scare contracture, we will expose the possible surgical techniques, their advantages and disadvantages in the case of burning of the entire axillary hollow. The surgical management of linear scare contractures will not be discussed in this article. Early surgical management of deep lesions within 21 days of the burn associated with prolonged rehabilitation as well as the wearing of compression garments and splints are essential elements in the prevention of these axillary contractures.