Use of the Carbon Dioxide Laser in Dermatologic Surgery

Olbricht, Suzanne M.

doi:10.1111/j.1524-4725.1993.tb00358.x

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“…However, up to now no reports exist on the application of APC in the treatment of skin disorders. This is surprising, since the demonstrated properties of this method make it likely that APC is able to compete with other already established dermatological treatments such as standard electrocoagulation [1, 2, 3, 4]and CO 2 laser therapy [5, 6, 7, 8, 9]. Similar to these two techniques APC is simple and quick to perform, and represents an ambulatory office procedure requiring only local anesthesia and no multiple office visits for dressing changes or suture removal.…”

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Application of Argon Plasma Coagulation in Skin Surgery

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Background: Argon plasma coagulation (APC) is a noncontact electrosurgical technique which has been used in open surgery for about 20 years and in endoscopy for about 5 years. Objective: The aim of the present study was to provide preliminary results on the effect of this method in skin surgery. Methods: The effects of variations in gas flow, output power and coagulation times on the extent of the resulting skin coagulation zone were tested in a pig skin model. Furthermore, preliminary results were obtained from 48 patients. Results: The depth of the coagulation zone, which depends on the output power of the high-frequency (HF) generator and the application time, was examined clinically and histologically in 150 different pig skin coagulations. The maximum depth of the coagulation zone was 4 mm. Coagulation zones below 4 mm can be maintained by controlling the output power of the HF generator and/or the duration of application. Variations of argon flow did not influence the depth of the coagulation zone significantly. In preliminary clinical tests, 48 patients with common warts, senile hemangiomas and actinic keratoses were treated with APC. In all cases, APC was highly effective and easy to perform. No severe problems or complications were observed. The skin lesions were destroyed with minimal or no scarring and without damaging the surrounding tissue. Conclusion: In the present preliminary study, APC proved to be an effective treatment with well-controlled tissue destruction. Further clinical studies are required to evaluate the suitability and the indications of this method in the treatment of cutaneous lesions.

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“…In dermatological practice, classic electrocoagulation [1, 2, 3, 4]and CO 2 laser therapy [5, 6, 7, 8, 9]are two often used treatment modalities. However, both methods have certain disadvantages.…”

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Application of Argon Plasma Coagulation in Skin Surgery

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“…Weil das Skin-Resurfacing relativ unblutig ist und eine kontrollierte Gewebeentfernung mit geringem Narbenbildungsrisiko gestattet,eignet sie sich auch zur Behandlung des Rhinophyms,der diffusen aktinischen Cheilitis, aktinischer Keratosen und anderer Läsionen [16].…”

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Lasertherapie in der �sthetischen Dermatologie

2003

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The improved understanding of laser-tissue interaction along with the latest advances of laser technology have led to the development of sophisticated, safe, and user-friendly laser systems that provide effective treatment for a variety of aesthetic skin conditions. The use of lasers and their tissue-specific capabilities in the treatment of pigmented and vascular lesions has been greatly expanded to include rhytides, photoaged skin, atrophic scars, and unwanted hair. In addition, laser techniques have been employed in traditional "rejuvenating" procedures of aged skin, e.g., face-lifting, blepharoplasty, and hair transplantation, decreasing the intra-operative time and limiting the recovery period. These advances have led to a wide acceptance of cutaneous laser surgery by the dermatologic community and have created an increasing popularity among the public. The purpose of this article is to review the applications of lasers in aesthetic dermatology and discuss their limitations and potential side effects.

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“…A variety of skin lesions have been found amenable to treatment by the CO 2 laser (Table 2) [13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25]. Skin irregularities previously responsive to dermabrasion or medium to deep chemical peels are adequately treated.…”

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Carbon Dioxide Laser Resurfacing of Rhytides and Photodamaged Skin

Kelly

Nelson

1998

Lasers Med Sci

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Abstract. Carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) laser resurfacing has been used as a method to treat rhytides and photodamaged skin. This laser o#ers several advantages over previously utilised modalities but its use has several inherent risks. This article will review important aspects of CO 2 laser resurfacing including laser-skin interactions, patient selection, e#ective pre-and post-operative regimens and potential complications.

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Use of the Carbon Dioxide Laser in Dermatologic Surgery

Abstract: Today, use of the carbon dioxide laser simplifies many procedures, is reasonably safe, is effective for its intended usages, and is the preferred treatment of several cutaneous disorders.

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Application of Argon Plasma Coagulation in Skin Surgery

Application of Argon Plasma Coagulation in Skin Surgery

Lasertherapie in der �sthetischen Dermatologie

Carbon Dioxide Laser Resurfacing of Rhytides and Photodamaged Skin

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