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Partial unilateral lentiginosis treated with alexandrite Q-switched laser: Case report and review of the literature.
- Source :
- Journal of Cosmetic & Laser Therapy; Aug2013, Vol. 15 Issue 4, p207-209, 3p, 2 Color Photographs
- Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- Partial unilateral lentiginosis (PUL) is a rare pigmentary disorder characterized by multiple lentigines grouped within an area of normal skin, often in a segmental pattern and appearing at birth or in childhood. There is no established standard treatment for this condition. We present two cases of PUL succesfully treated with alexandrite Q-switched laser. In our cases, this laser proved to be a safe and effective treatment for cosmetically disfiguring lentigines. Special precautions are needed when treating dark-skinned patients because side effects are more likely. We propose that this modality be considered in the treatment of this rare disorder. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14764172
- Volume :
- 15
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Cosmetic & Laser Therapy
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 89456639
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3109/14764172.2012.758384