A pilot study of new scoring system severity of striae distensae

Background: Striae distensae (SD) is a common skin disorder in the form of linear atrophy, which arises due to stretching and one most cosmetic problems. There no scoring system assess severity striae that easy use, non-invasive, consistent can be used evaluate SD treatment. This study formulated validated distensae. Methods: was descriptive observational with cross sectional approach involving 30 female health workers at Universitas Sumatra Utara Hospital. Assessment six regions using four parameters. Results: A for has been formulated, named INA score, regions; mammae, axilla, abdomen, femur, gluteus poplitea parameters; number lines, size longest line, color, itchy. The results validation test are statistically valid (r-value>0.361), reliability found reliable (Cronbach's Alpha>0.361). Conclusion: formulation system, obtained measured locations