Glossary letter index
Terms starting with K
2 terms indexed.
Keloid
An abnormal, overgrown scar that extends beyond the boundaries of the original wound, forming a raised, firm, sometimes itchy or painful mass of excess collagen. Unlike hypertrophic scars, keloids do not regress spontaneously and have a higher recurrence rate after treatment; they are more prevalent in individuals with darker skin tones.
KOIHA
The Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation (KOIHA) is South Korea's national body responsible for accrediting hospitals and healthcare facilities against evidence-based quality and patient safety standards. KOIHA certification is a recognised mark of quality for the many international patients who travel to South Korea for advanced medical and cosmetic procedures.