Abstract | BACKGROUND: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) due to facial acne commonly occurs in Fitzpatrick skin types IV to VI and can have a considerable effect on quality of life. The sequelae in terms of pigmentation are often the main reason for consulting a dermatologist and take precedence over the acne itself. OBJECTIVE: METHODS: Twenty individuals underwent five weekly full-facial treatments using a QSNY laser at 1,064 nm. Another 20 individuals underwent five weekly facial acne treatments by extraction of comedones, and intralesional injections into severely inflamed papules were performed at each treatment session. Clinical assessment scores were determined 1 and 3 months after the last treatment. RESULTS: QSNY laser treatments at 1,064 nm were found to be effective at treating PIH and have an additional effect on concomitant acne lesions. The authors have indicated no significant interest with commercial supporters.
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Authors | Sangeun Kim, Kyeong-Hun Cho |
Journal | Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.]
(Dermatol Surg)
Vol. 36
Issue 9
Pg. 1374-80
(Sep 2010)
ISSN: 1524-4725 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 20629693
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Copyright | © 2010 by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Inc. |
Topics |
- Acne Vulgaris
(complications, surgery)
- Adult
- Dermatitis
(etiology)
- Face
- Humans
- Hyperpigmentation
(etiology, surgery)
- Lasers, Solid-State
(therapeutic use)
- Republic of Korea
- Skin Diseases
(etiology, surgery)
- Young Adult
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