Publications by authors named "Irene Fusco"

The purpose of this clinical case was to test the efficacy and safety of the long-pulsed 1064-nm neodymium-YAG laser in the treatment of multiple angiokeratomas on the labia majora of the vulva. Benign vascular neoplasms known as angiokeratomas are characterized by well-defined, hyperkeratotic, reddish-black papules, or plaques. The patient underwent one treatment session with a long-pulsed 1064-nm neodymium-YAG laser.

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Acne vulgaris is a persistent inflammatory condition affecting the sebaceous unit, in whose pathophysiology the Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) play an important role, and that can have major psychological effects. The current study aims to investigate the safety and efficacy of an innovative fractional microneedle radiofrequency (RFMN) device for acne management in adolescents.

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Background: The increased hypertonicity or activity of pelvic floor muscles can lead to chronic pelvic pain (CPP). It represents an aspecific and persistent pain with no apparent clinical reason, affecting an estimated 6% to 16% of women worldwide. This study aimed to evaluate with validated questionnaires the efficacy and the safeness of a new device that uses Top flat Magnetic Stimulation for the management of muscular hypertonia in women with CCP.

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: Urinary incontinence (UI) is the involuntary loss of urine caused by a weakness in the pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) that affects urethral closure. Myostatin, which prevents the growth of muscles, is a protein expressed by human skeletal muscle cells. Indeed, it has been observed that myostatin concentration rises during skeletal muscle inactivity and that suppressing serum myostatin promotes muscle growth and strength.

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  • Facial angiofibromas (FAs) are skin growths commonly associated with tuberous sclerosis (TS) and can significantly affect appearance.
  • A 23-year-old male with TS was treated for multiple FAs on his face using a combination of ablative CO laser and pulsed dye laser over three sessions, spaced two months apart.
  • The treatment resulted in significant improvement of the lesions without any severe side effects, demonstrating it as a safe and effective option for managing FAs in young patients with TS.
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Background: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most prevalent cause of hair loss around the world.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of laser stimulation with a 675-nm wavelength for the treatment of AGA in male and female Indian patients.

Methods: A total of 20 Indian healthy patients aged 23-57 years who presented a grade of alopecia stage I to stage V underwent one single pass with a 675-nm laser to the scalp area twice a week for a total of 8 sessions, followed by once a week for 4 sessions and once in 2 weeks for 2 sessions.

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  • * In vitro tests showed that the laser stimulates cell proliferation, while clinical trials involved 39 patients, resulting in high satisfaction scores and significant improvements in skin conditions.
  • * The findings indicate that the 675-nm laser is both effective and safe, with treatment times reduced by 50%, making it a promising option for dermatological therapies.
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Background: The market requires ever-faster techniques, in particular for pre-rejuvenation condition.

Aim: The purpose of this study was to assess if a fractional CO scanner modality (called moveo) results in a faster full-face rejuvenation treatment in comparison to the standard mode, currently existing in the scanner system.

Materials And Methods: A total of 12 female patients affected by fine lines participated in a split-face clinical investigation and underwent to two sessions with a fractional CO laser system equipped with an existing and a faster dedicated scanner units.

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This study provided clinical findings supporting the use of combination techniques/products and Nd:YAP 1340 nm fractional laser therapy, for soft-tissue augmentation in light- and darker-skin phototypes. The face's aging process is complex and involves skin alterations, connective tissues, bone, and fat layers of the face. A total of 17 female patients were treated for wrinkles and for scars with the use of Nd:YAP 1340 nm fractional laser combined with other cosmetic therapies.

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Background: The erectile dysfunction (ED), which is the inability to achieve and/or sustain a penile erection sufficient to result in a satisfying sexual performance, represents a very common complaint. for men over forty years old. The aim of the study was to evaluate if Flat Magnetic Stimulation (FMS) technology could help individuals with symptomatic erectile dysfunction.

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Background: The options for treating pseudogynecomastia are limited, and there is a growing demand for noninvasive breast fat reduction. We evaluated the efficacy and safety of a laser-assisted lipolysis (LAL) device emitting 1444 nm for the treatment of pseudogynecomastia.

Methods: A total of 9 male patients diagnosed with pseudogynecomastia underwent laser procedure with a Nd:YAG laser emitting at 1444 nm.

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: Facial telangiectasias is a prevalent cosmetic disorder that can be associated with several conditions such as rosacea. IPL (intensity pulsed light) therapy is commonly used for the treatment of vascular lesions. This study tested the efficacy of an IPL system emitting selected vascular chromophore-specific wavelengths in the range of 500-1200 nm for the treatment of vascular lesions.

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  • * The study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of Q-switched 1064/532 nm lasers in treating benign hypermelanosis in 30 participants with darker skin (Fitzpatrick IV-V-VI), who underwent 1 to 2 laser sessions.
  • * Results showed 93% of patients experienced varying degrees of improvement in their skin pigmentation after three months, with no serious side effects reported, highlighting the laser's efficacy for darker skin types.
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BACKGROUND Hypertrophic scars occur when there is an excessive wound-healing response in the skin. Fractional, or fractionated, carbon dioxide (CO₂) laser therapy uses narrow shafts of light to smooth the skin surface and stimulate dermal collagen, which tightens the skin. This case report describes a 57-year-old woman with a traumatic hypertrophic scar of the face treated with fractional carbon dioxide laser therapy.

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  • Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) affects over half of postmenopausal women, prompting a study to compare the effectiveness of microablative CO laser, radiofrequency treatments, and intravaginal estrogen therapy.
  • The study involved postmenopausal women with moderate-to-severe GSM complaints, assessing vulvar pain and satisfaction levels after undergoing treatments over four months.
  • All treatments showed significant improvement in vulvar condition and high satisfaction rates, with no reported adverse effects, highlighting their potential as effective treatments for GSM.
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Background: Patients with keloids are often younger than 30 years old and have darker skin.

Aim: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of CO laser therapy in the management of earlobe and helix keloids in dark subjects.

Methods: A total of 21 dark patients (five men and 16 women) presented with the earlobe and ear helix keloids, with a mean age of 30.

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: Acne scars are one of the most disturbing and long-term symptoms of acne vulgaris, having a negative impact on a person's physical, emotional, and social well-being. : the purpose of the study was to evaluate the efficacy and post-treatment outcomes of a dual-wavelength system combining the irradiation of two wavelengths at 10,600 nm and 1540 nm in the management of facial atrophic acne scars. : Four healthy adult volunteers aged 24-53 years were enrolled.

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: For nearly 15 years, carbon dioxide (CO) laser has been the gold standard in skin rejuvenation. Aim: The purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy of a new laser device which combines CO and 1540 nm wavelengths in wrinkles reduction, using a recently developed scanning unit named the µScan DOT scanner. : A total of 20 female patients underwent from two to four laser treatment sessions performed once every 45-90 days.

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Background: Studies on pulsed dye laser (PDL) have shown the best efficacy and safety data for treating vascular anomalies among the various lasers used and the 595-nm PDL has been used to treat cutaneous vascular anomalies for about 30 years. The purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy of 595 nm Pulsed Dye Laser in the management of facial flat angiomas present in the form of Port-Wine Stain.

Materials And Methods: Seven cases of PWS in Fitzpatrick skin type ranged from I to III and colour ranging from pink to purple, were treated with 595 nm pulse Dye Laser.

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Background: Noninvasive skin rejuvenation treatment is growing in recognition to aesthetic medicine.

Aim: The objective of the study was to assess the efficacy and the safety of the 675-nm laser source treatment of photodamaged hands.

Materials And Methods: The study included 21 patients (6 males and 15 females) with a mean age of 63 (± 9) years.

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Background: Viral warts, induced by infection by different HPV genotypes, are highly frequent in the general population, particularly during infancy and among adolescents. The effectiveness of the 595 nm Pulse dye-laser in treating viral warts on the hands and feet in both adults and children was investigated in this study.

Materials And Methods: A selection of 203 patients with multiple viral warts was made.

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