The Use of Q-switched Nd:YAG Laser in the Treatment of Superficial Pigmented Lesions in Koreans

Overview

Journal J Dermatolog Treat

Publisher Informa Healthcare

Specialty Dermatology

Date 2002 Sep 24

PMID 12243665

Citations 5

Authors

D H Suh

K H Han

J H Chung

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Abstract

Aim: There are still insufficient clinical reports concerning quality-switched Nd:YAG laser (QSNYL) in the treatment of superficial pigmented lesions in Asians. The purpose of this study was to analyse the efficacy and side effect profiles of QSNYL-assisted pigment removal in brown skin.

Methods: A total of 71 patients, presenting a wide gamut of superficial epidermal lesions, were treated with QSNYL. Clinical responses were assessed by comparing photographs that were taken serially in every treatment.

Results: Treatment using the QSNYL is reported individually for the various superficial pigmented lesions in the skin of Korean patients.

Conclusion: QSNYL may be a beneficial alternative tool for the treatment of a number of benign pigmented lesions including freckles, lentigines and unilateral lentiginosis.

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