scholarly journals Single Ablative Fractional Resurfacing Laser Treatment For Forearm Actinic Keratoses: 6‐Month Follow‐Up Data From An Intrapatient Comparison Between Treated and Untreated Sites

2019 ◽  
Vol 52 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roy Chen ◽  
Jeffrey J. Wargo ◽  
Amy Williams ◽  
Elizabeth Cates ◽  
Dan F. Spandau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Actinic Keratoses ◽  
Fractional Resurfacing

scholarly journals Subthreshold laser treatment for reticular pseudodrusen secondary to age-related macular degeneration

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Giuseppe Querques ◽  
Riccardo Sacconi ◽  
Francesco Gelormini ◽  
Enrico Borrelli ◽  
Francesco Prascina ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Treated Area ◽  
Reticular Pseudodrusen ◽  
End Point ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Subthreshold Laser

AbstractThere is a lack of treatment aimed at the regression of reticular pseudodrusen (RPD) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The aim of this prospective, pilot study is to evaluate the safety and short-term efficacy of subthreshold laser treatment (SLT) in patients affected by RPD secondary to dry AMD (dAMD). Twenty eyes of 20 patients (mean age 78.4 ± 6.8 years) with RPD secondary to dAMD were prospectively enrolled. All patients were treated in an extrafoveal area of 1.27 mm2 using end-point management yellow subthreshold laser and followed for 3 months. Best-corrected visual acuity was 0.140 ± 0.09 LogMAR at the baseline and no changes were observed during the follow-up (p = 0.232). No significant worsening was disclosed before and after the treatment analyzing the macular sensitivity of the treated area (p = 0.152). No topical and/or systemic side effects were disclosed during the 3-month follow-up. The distribution among the RPD stages changed after the treatment (p < 0.001). In detail, in the treated area, we observed a significant increase in the number of Stage 1 RPD during the follow-up (p = 0.002), associated with a significant decrease of Stage 3 RPD (p = 0.020). Outer nuclear layer (ONL) thickness analysis showed a significant increase after the treatment associated with RPD regression (p = 0.001). End-point management SLT appears a safe treatment for RPD secondary to dAMD, showing short-term safety outcomes. Our results suggest that SLT could be effective in inducing a RPD regression in terms of RPD stage and ONL thickening.

scholarly journals Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser for Keratosis Pilaris: A Single-Blind, Randomized, Comparative Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vasanop Vachiramon ◽  
Pattarin Anusaksathien ◽  
Silada Kanokrungsee ◽  
Kumutnart Chanprapaph
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Contralateral Side ◽  
Single Session ◽  
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Good Improvement ◽  
Type V

Objective. Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a common condition which can frequently be cosmetically disturbing. Topical treatments can be used with limited efficacy. The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) laser for the treatment of KP.Patients and Methods. A prospective, randomized, single-blinded, intraindividual comparative study was conducted on adult patients with KP. A single session of fractional CO2laser was performed to one side of arm whereas the contralateral side served as control. Patients were scheduled for follow-up at 4 and 12 weeks after treatment. Clinical improvement was graded subjectively by blinded dermatologists. Patients rated treatment satisfaction at the end of the study.Results. Twenty patients completed the study. All patients stated that the laser treatment improved KP lesions. At 12-week follow-up, 30% of lesions on the laser-treated side had moderate to good improvement according to physicians’ global assessment (p=0.02). Keratotic papules and hyperpigmentation appeared to respond better than the erythematous component. Four patients with Fitzpatrick skin type V developed transient pigmentary alteration.Conclusions. Fractional CO2laser treatment may be offered to patients with KP. Dark-skinned patients should be treated with special caution.

scholarly journals Treatment of cystoid macular edema in a patient with primary open angle glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy by withdrawal of travoprost

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 180-183
Author(s):  
Shiv Sagar N ◽  
BN Kalpana ◽  
Shilpa YD
Keyword(s):  
Diabetic Retinopathy ◽  
Macular Edema ◽  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy ◽  
Cystoid Macular Edema ◽  
Open Angle Glaucoma ◽  
Eye Drops ◽  
Antiglaucoma Medication ◽  
Micropulse Laser

To study the association of cystoid macular edema (CME) and Travoprost eye drops in a patient with diabetic retinopathy (DR).The study was carried out on a 65yr old patient on a regular follow up from 2009-2018.A 65yr old patient of a DR of both eyes who had received 3 sittings of pan retinal photocoagulation (PRP) laser in both eyes and grid laser to his right eye. He was on regular follow up since 2009 with a stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR). Patient was also on topical antiglaucoma medication and had prophylactic YAG-PI done both eyes. He was on regular follow up since 2009 with a stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR). Right eye showed macular edema (ME) in 2014 and underwent OCT and FFA. Patient refused for intravitreal injection and preferred laser treatment, so patient underwent micropulse laser treatment in 2014. His edema persisted even after micropulse treatment. His systemic control was good and patient continued to use Travoprost eye drops. So in 2017 suspected CME secondary to topical prostaglandin (PG) analogue as he had strict glycemic control and was no fluctuation in ME. Hence topical PG analogue was withdrawn and stopped. On subsequent follow up after 2 months CME had completely disappeared and the foveal contour returned to normal on OCT. LE was status quo. Patient was followed up for more than 1 year and continuously followed up, 15 days back in June 2018 had no evidence of CME and vision was 6/9 in both eyes.: Differentiation of DME and CME secondary to PG analogue should be made at the earliest.

scholarly journals 1927 nm Thulium Laser Successfully Treats PostInflammatory Hyperpigmentation in Skin of Color

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Mana Abdullah Alharbi
Keyword(s):  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Low Energy ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Thulium Laser ◽  
Dark Skin ◽  
Type Iv ◽  
Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation ◽  
Darker Skin Types

Background. Treatment of postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) in patients with dark skin is challenging as the treatment itself might provoke paradoxical PIH. Only few studies examined the safety and efficacy of nonablative laser treatment in these patients. The objective was to examine efficacy and safety of nonablative 1927 nm wavelength laser followed by bleaching creams in the treatment of PIH. Methods. It was a prospective interventional pilot study that was conducted during 2019. All patients were of Fitzpatrick skin type IV who had unsatisfactory response to topical bleaching creams used for at least three months. Patients received one to four sessions of laser treatment (6 weeks apart) followed by topical hydroquinone 4% cream twice daily for 6 weeks. Improvement was assessed by two blinded independent dermatologist evaluators. Results. A total of nine patients were enrolled and the outcome could not be assessed in one patient who was lost for follow-up. The affected sites were the abdomen, face, and other body parts. Three of the eight evaluated patients had excellent response (37.5%), four had satisfactory response (50.0%), and one had nonsatisfactory response (12.5%). The downtime was manifested as edema and erythema that disappeared after 5 to 7 days. Improvement was more evident in first session and it declined in subsequent sessions. None of the patients had paradoxical pigmentation after treatment. Conclusions. Low energy low density nonablative fractional 1927 nm wavelength laser treatment followed by topical hydroquinone 4% cream for 6 weeks is a safe and effective modality for improving PIH in patients with darker skin types.

Laser treatment of rhinitis-1 year follow-up

2007 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 209-211 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. A. COOK ◽  
A. W. McCOMBE ◽  
A. S. JONES
Keyword(s):  
Laser Treatment

Сombined (anti-VEGF and laser) treatment for operated secondary refractory neovascular glaucoma

2021 ◽  
pp. 24-26
Author(s):  
A.A. Gamidov ◽  
◽  
Z.V. Surnina ◽  
I.V. Andreeva ◽  
I.A. Velieva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Antihypertensive Drugs ◽  
Optimal Algorithm ◽  
Sequential Therapy ◽  
Neovascular Glaucoma ◽  
Hypotensive Effect ◽  
Laser Coagulation ◽  
Anti Vegf ◽  
Secondary Refractory

Purpose. To develop an optimal algorithm for the management of patients with operated neovascular uncompensated glaucoma. Material and methods. 2 patients with operated secondary neovascular glaucoma of stage III-c. In the combined sequential therapy, the anti-VEGF medication Ranibizumab (0.5 mg) was used, laser coagulation of residual newly formed vessels, laser reconstruction in the surgical area, contact transcleral cyclolazercoagulation, and laser coagulation of the peripheral parts of the retina were performed. Results. The combined sequential treatment, combined with the appointment of antihypertensive drugs in drops, allowed to stabilize the level of IOP. IOP indicators remained at the level of normal values during 1 year of follow-up. Conclusion. The use of combined laser technologies and anti-VEGF therapy makes it possible to potentiate and prolong the hypotensive effect in the treatment of patients with operated secondary refractory neovascular glaucoma. Key words: operated neovascular glaucoma, anti-VEGF, combined laser treatment.

Laser treatment of epidermal nevi: A multicenter retrospective study with long-term follow-up

2020 ◽  
Vol 83 (6) ◽  
pp. 1606-1615 ◽  
Author(s):  
Azzam Alkhalifah ◽  
Frederike Fransen ◽  
Florence Le Duff ◽  
Jean-Philippe Lacour ◽  
Albert Wolkerstorfer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Long Term Follow Up

Nd:YAG laser treatment for Valsalva premacular hemorrhages: 6 month follow up

2007 ◽  
Vol 28 (5) ◽  
pp. 325-327 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Tariq Khan ◽  
Muhammad Usman Saeed ◽  
Mohammad Sohail Shehzad ◽  
Zaheeruddin Aqil Qazi
Keyword(s):  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Nd:Yag Laser
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