Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra and 10,600-nm CO2 laser, a good choice.

Abstract

Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra (DPN) is a common skin condition observed in black people and considered a benign epithelial tumor, and more specifically, a particular topographic form of seborrheic keratosis. We treated five female patients affected by DPN with 10,600-nm CO2 laser. We propose the 10,600-nm CO2 laser as a valid therapeutic option in patients affected by DPN, since the treatment is well tolerated, causes no major side effects, and is effective and long lasting.

• Authors: Nicola Bruscino, Rossana Conti, Piero Campolmi, Paolo Bonan, Giovanni Cannarozzo, Linda Lazzeri, Silvia Moretti
• Journal: Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy : official publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology (J Cosmet Laser Ther) Vol. 16 Issue 3 Pg. 114-6 (Jun 2014) ISSN: 1476-4180 [Electronic] England
• PMID: 24131098 (Publication Type: Journal Article)

Topics

• Cosmetic Techniques (instrumentation)
• Female
• Humans
• Lasers, Gas (therapeutic use)
• Low-Level Light Therapy (instrumentation)
• Middle Aged
• Racial Groups
• Skin Diseases, Papulosquamous (radiotherapy)