Laser therapy of spider leg veins

Wollina, Uwe; Wd, Schmidt; Hercogová, Jana; Faßler, D.

doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00087.x

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“…[ 20 ] Those veins not responding can be treated by various lasers. [ 21 22 ] Pulsed diode lasers obtain good clinical results, but scarring is a possible adverse effect. [ 23 ] With ultrapulsed 980 nm diode laser, no scarring was observed.…”

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Three hundred patients treated with ultrapulsed 980 nm diode laser for skin disorders

Wollina

2016

Indian J Dermatol

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The use of lasers in skin diseases is quite common. In contrast to other laser types, medical literature about 980 nm ultrapulsed diode laser is sparse in dermatology. Herein, we report the use of ultrapulsed diode 980 nm laser in 300 patients with vascular lesions, cysts and pseudocysts, infectious disease, and malignant tumors. This laser is a versatile tool with excellent safety and efficacy in the hands of the experienced user.

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Three hundred patients treated with ultrapulsed 980 nm diode laser for skin disorders

Wollina

2016

Indian J Dermatol

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“…Sclerotherapy remains the preferred treatment among the majority of physicians involved in the treatment of spider leg veins. 26 - 28 …”

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A Novel Approach for the Treatment of Spider Veins

Mujadzic¹,

Ritter²,

Given³

2015

Aesthet Surg J

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BackgroundSpider veins on the lower limbs are very common and have been reported to be present in 41% of women over 50. Sclerotherapy as a traditional treatment for spider veins has a low cost, though it may have adverse sequelae. Lasers have shown fewer but still substantial complications as well. Its lower efficacy relative to sclerotherapy has limited laser application for the treatment of spider veins.ObjectivesTo present a new alternative in management of spider veins which involves a low voltage current delivered via an insulated micro needle with beveled tip.MethodsThirty female patients were treated with the “Given Needle.” The technique utilizes a micro needle with an insulated shaft with an exposed beveled tip, which is inserted into a hand piece connected to a mono-polar electrical generator. The needle is introduced through the skin into or on the spider vein. The current is then applied with obliteration of the vein.ResultsTwenty patients (66%) had more than a 70% resolution. The most common complication was skin erythema, which developed in 15 patients, followed by bruising in 13 patients. Both of these complications resolved in 2-3 weeks.ConclusionsA novel approach for the treatment of spider veins has been described. The development of an insulated micro needle with an exposed beveled tip utilizing low current has minimized adjacent tissue damage and improved efficacy. The low cost, low level of complications, and comparable results offer a valuable alternative to sclerotherapy and laser treatment.Level of Evidence4 Therapeutic

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“…Diode lasers can directly convert electrical energy into light emission. A broad range of wavelength can be generated by different types of diode lasers 2‐5 …”

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The dual 980‐nm and 1470‐nm diode laser for vascular lesions

Wollina

Goldman

2020

Dermatologic Therapy

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Transcutaneous use of dual diode lasers is a new option in dermatology. The aim of the study was to demonstrate the transcutaneous application of a dual laser in dermatologic outpatients. We used a laser system that combines 980 nm and 1470 nm wavelengths for treatment of vascular lesions. Fifty‐six adult Caucasian patients of Fitzpatrick skin type I‐III, 32 females and 24 males with mean age of (41 ± 3.7) years were included. We treated 497 vascular lesions of skin and lips. Complete clearance was achieved in cherry angiomas, venous lakes, lip hemangioma, and spider nevi in 100% after a single treatment. Patients with couperose and/or facial telangiectasia needed several treatment sessions. Mild to moderate pain during the laser shots was noted in all patients. No adverse events were recorded. The dual 980‐nm/1470‐nm diode laser is a safe and effective tool for common vascular lesions.

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Laser therapy of spider leg veins

Abstract: Sclerotherapy remains the gold standard treatment for spider leg veins. Nevertheless, laser therapy has become increasingly efficacious and convenient. Laser selectivity has been improved by technological progress. The ideal laser, however, has yet to be invented.

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Three hundred patients treated with ultrapulsed 980 nm diode laser for skin disorders

Three hundred patients treated with ultrapulsed 980 nm diode laser for skin disorders

A Novel Approach for the Treatment of Spider Veins

The dual 980‐nm and 1470‐nm diode laser for vascular lesions

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