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Spectacular Effect of Massive Facial Angiofibromas Removal With a Carbon Dioxide Laser as a Manifestation of a Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

Authors :
Katarzyna Chyl-Surdacka
Monika Turska
Adam Borzęcki
Source :
J Lasers Med Sci
Publication Year :
2021
Publisher :
Maad Rayan Publishing Company, 2021.

Abstract

Introduction: Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a rare, genetic disease which leads to neurological, cardiological, nephrological, ophthalmic, pulmonary and skin disorders. Case Presentation: Here, we describe a case of a 64-year-old man with the presence of giant angiofibromas located on his chin and nasolabial folds which caused inconvenience and unaesthetic appearance. All angiofibromas were removed with the use of a CO2 laser. The patient was extremely satisfied with the obtained result. No side effects were observed after a 6-month follow-up. Conclusion: Despite the fact that giant facial angiofibromas may be troublesome not only for patients but also for medical doctors, adequate CO2 laser usage with local anesthesia and control of massive bleeding is a promising treatment option for patients with TSC.

Details

ISSN :
22286721 and 20089783
Volume :
12
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Journal of Lasers in Medical Sciences
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....31dea412e8086104b52a10d2da2131d9
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.34172/jlms.2021.24