Hypopigmentation Induced by Frequent Low-Fluence, Large-Spot-Size QS Nd:YAG Laser Treatments
Annals of Dermatology
; : 751-755, 2015.
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ABSTRACT
The Q-switched 1064-nm neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet (QS 1064-nm Nd:YAG) laser is increasingly used for nonablative skin rejuvenation or "laser toning" for melasma. Multiple and frequent low-fluence, large-spot-size treatments are used to achieve laser toning, and these treatments are associated with the development of macular hypopigmentation as a complication. We present a case series of three patients who developed guttate hypomelanotic macules on the face after receiving laser toning treatment with QS 1064-nm Nd:YAG.
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Main subject:
Rejuvenation
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Skin
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Yttrium
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Hypopigmentation
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Aluminum
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Melanosis
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Annals of Dermatology
Year:
2015
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Article