Dermal scatter reduction in human skin: a method using controlled application of glycerol.
Lasers Surg Med
; 41(4): 251-5, 2009 Apr.
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| ID: mdl-19347945
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:
Previous studies in a hairless Guinea pig model showed that transdermal application of glycerol effected a temporary reduction in dermal scatter of light. This study focuses on the application of this protocol on human patients. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
After stratum corneal removal, glycerol was applied to human subjects using a low pressure transdermal application device. Optical coherence tomography imaging showed increased intensity of radiation reaching deeper regions in the skin and photographs showed enhanced visualization of dermal structures. RESULTS/CONCLUSION:
Topically applied glycerol increased light penetration of in vivo corneal-stripped skin. This minimally invasive approach to temporary dermal scatter reduction has the potential to improve the efficacy of light-based diagnostic or therapeutic devices.
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Assunto principal:
Pele
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Terapia com Luz de Baixa Intensidade
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Glicerol
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2009
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