Comparison of different laser systems in the treatment of hypertrophic and atrophic scars and keloids

D. Scharschmidt; Bernd Algermissen; J.-C. Willms-Jones; Carsten M. Philipp; Hans-Peter Berlien

doi:10.1117/12.297876

22 December 1997 Comparison of different laser systems in the treatment of hypertrophic and atrophic scars and keloids

D. Scharschmidt, Bernd Algermissen, J.-C. Willms-Jones, Carsten M. Philipp, Hans-Peter Berlien

Proceedings Volume 3192, Medical Applications of Lasers in Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, and Endoscopy; (1997) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.297876
Event: BiOS Europe '97, 1997, San Remo, Italy

Abstract

Different laser systems and techniques are used for the treatment of hypertrophic scars, keloids and acne scars. Significant criteria in selecting a suitable laser system are the scar's vascularization, age and diameter. Flashlamp- pumped dye-lasers, CO₂-lasers with scanner, Argon and Nd:YAG-lasers are used. Telangiectatic scars respond well to argon lasers, erythematous scars and keloids to dye-laser treatment. Using interstitial Nd:YAG-laser vaporization, scars with a cross-section over 1 cm can generally be reduced. For the treatment of atrophic and acne scars good cosmetic results are achieved with a CO₂-laser/scanner system, which allows a precise ablation of the upper dermis with low risk of side-effects.

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D. Scharschmidt, Bernd Algermissen, J.-C. Willms-Jones, Carsten M. Philipp, and Hans-Peter Berlien "Comparison of different laser systems in the treatment of hypertrophic and atrophic scars and keloids", Proc. SPIE 3192, Medical Applications of Lasers in Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, and Endoscopy, (22 December 1997); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.297876

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