A mechanochemical model of striae distensae

Striae distensae, otherwise known as stretch marks, are common skin lesions found in a variety of clinical settings. They occur frequently during adolescence or pregnancy where there is rapid tissue expansion and in clinical situations associated with corticosteroid excess. Heralding their onset is...

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Main Authors: Gilmore, S, Vaughan, B, Madzvamuse, A, Maini, P
Format: Journal article
Published: Elsevier 2012