25 results match your criteria: "Laser Treatment of Acquired and Congenital Vascular Lesions"
[Complications after laser treatment of facial vascular lesions].
Hautarzt
May 2021
Klinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Städtisches Klinikum Dresden, Friedrichstr. 41, 01067, Dresden, Deutschland.
Article Synopsis
- - Laser technology is a breakthrough in treating vascular changes, particularly effective for both acquired and congenital issues on the face due to advanced knowledge and innovative laser sources.
- - The pulsed dye laser (PDL) is considered the gold standard for these treatments, boasting the best efficacy-to-safety ratio, while other lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) also play significant roles.
- - Despite the safety improvements with modern cooling techniques and adjustments in laser settings, some side effects can occur, necessitating prevention and prompt management of potential complications.
Skin vascular lesions: A new therapeutic option with sequential laser-assisted technique.
Dermatol Ther
January 2021
Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
Article Synopsis
- A multicenter study examined the effectiveness and safety of using 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm ND:YAG lasers to treat various skin vascular lesions in 171 patients, mostly women aged 38 on average.
- The types of lesions included spider angiomas, facial and leg telangiectasia, and port wine stains, requiring varying numbers of treatment sessions for significant improvement, with facial telangiectasias needing 1 to 4 sessions and port wine stains needing 6 to 9.
- The study found that the sequential laser treatment led to marked improvement in all cases with minimal side effects, primarily low pain and temporary changes, making it a promising method for treating aesthetic issues caused by vascular lesions.
Acquired port-wine stains in six pediatric patients.
Pediatr Dermatol
January 2020
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Article Synopsis
- Port-wine stains are congenital skin conditions caused by abnormal blood vessel growth, but acquired forms (APWS) can develop later in life, often after trauma.
- A case series examined 6 pediatric patients who developed APWS between ages 3 and 11 without any identifiable trigger.
- The study compares the patients' characteristics and treatment responses to existing literature on port-wine stains.
Acquired Lymphangioma Circumscriptum of the Penis Treated by Electrocoagulation.
Case Rep Dermatol
September 2019
Service de Dermatologie, CHU de Martinique, Fort de France, France.
Article Synopsis
- Lymphangioma circumscriptum (LC) is a rare, benign vascular malformation that affects the skin's superficial lymphatic system, sometimes appearing on the penis.
- It can be congenital or acquired, often misdiagnosed as genital warts or molluscum contagiosum; a patient was mistakenly diagnosed for 15 years until a biopsy confirmed LC.
- Treatment options include surgical excision and various laser therapies, with electrocoagulation proving effective for one patient, resulting in near-complete lesion regression after one session and no recurrence after 3 years.
A case of acquired port wine stain: an association with repeated sunburn?
Int J Dermatol
October 2016
Department of Pathology, VA Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Acquired port wine stain (PWS) is a rare vascular condition that can develop later in life, potentially linked to solar damage, but no prior cases had documented its onset after sunburn.
- A 54-year-old man was diagnosed with acquired PWS, which was possibly triggered by repeated sunburn events.
- Despite being recommended laser treatment for his condition, the patient opted not to pursue any treatment, highlighting a unique case of PWS that is larger and more widely distributed than typical cases.
Guidelines of care for vascular lasers and intense pulse light sources from the European Society for Laser Dermatology.
J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol
September 2015
Laser Service, Department of Dermatology, Ramón y Cajal Hospital, University of Alcalá, Madrid, Spain.
Article Synopsis
- Lasers and intense pulse light sources (IPLS) are effective, non-invasive treatments for vascular skin lesions, but require careful assessment to prevent potential side effects.
- Guidelines from a panel of vascular laser surgery experts provide evidence-based recommendations on their use, focusing on safety, efficacy, and patient satisfaction.
- Proper selection of the laser type and parameters, along with skilled recognition of treatment endpoints, are vital for successful outcomes in vascular lesion therapy.
Treatment of port-wine stains with flash lamp pumped pulsed dye laser on Indian skin: a six year study.
J Cutan Aesthet Surg
January 2014
Dr. Thaj Laser Skin-Hair Clinic, 2nd Floor, Balakrishan Hospital, 100 Feet Road, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Article Synopsis
- * A study involving 75 patients with PWS on Indian skin revealed that while no patients achieved total clearance, significant improvements were seen, especially in children, with 70% achieving Grade 3 improvement after multiple treatments.
- * Side effects included post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in 30% of patients, which typically resolved within 6-8 weeks, and two cases of superficial scarring; however, there was no re-darkening of PWS observed in any patient during the follow-up period.
Cutaneous vascular lesions and their management in Indian setting.
Dermatol Ther
March 2013
Department of Dermatology and STD, KJ Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre, Mumbai.
Article Synopsis
- Indian skin has many different colors and complexities, which means that skin problems like blood vessel issues can show up differently.
- The review talks about common skin issues people in India face and how they can be treated based on local practices and resources.
- It highlights the importance of having affordable, good-quality treatment options that work well for Indian skin, along with the need for more research in this area.
Article Synopsis
- * Various light devices used include different types of lasers (e.g., potassium titanyl phosphate, pulsed dye, diode, and Nd:YAG lasers) with specific wavelength ranges.
- * The review focuses on these lasers and light devices while outlining targeted treatment strategies for both congenital and acquired vascular lesions.
Unilateral nevoid telangiectasia syndrome: a case report and review of the literature.
Dermatol Online J
May 2011
Department of Pathology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
Article Synopsis
- A 43-year-old Caucasian woman presented with bright red macules on the left side of her body, specifically in the C5-8 and L3-5 dermatome areas, leading to a diagnosis of unilateral nevoid telangiectasia syndrome (UNTS).
- This uncommon disorder involves telangiectasias primarily on one side of the body and has a 2:1 female-to-male ratio, often related to conditions like pregnancy or liver disease, though estrogen and progesterone receptors were negative in this case.
- UNTS appears to be more prevalent than thought and may respond to vascular laser therapy, with differential diagnoses including hemangioma, angioma serpiginosum, and nevus flammeus
Lasers for vascular lesions: standard guidelines of care.
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
August 2011
Department of Dermatology, PSG Hospitals, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Article Synopsis
- Lasers are effective for treating vascular lesions, with pulsed dye laser (PDL) being the most effective and safest option; guidelines are created to standardize care given the variation among different machines and techniques.
- Physicians administering laser treatments must be trained dermatologists with knowledge of laser technology, lesion types, and safe operating procedures.
- Patient selection is crucial, involving thorough counseling on lesion characteristics, treatment options, and potential outcomes before starting therapies like PDL.
Vascular lasers and IPLS: guidelines for care from the European Society for Laser Dermatology (ESLD).
J Cosmet Laser Ther
June 2007
Dermatology Centre Parmova, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Article Synopsis
- Dermatology has seen rapid advancements over the past 20 years, primarily due to new technologies that enhance the precision of diagnosing and treating skin conditions, particularly vascular lesions.
- Modern treatment methods utilize various lasers and intense pulsed light sources that operate on the principle of selective photothermolysis, allowing for targeted therapy with minimized risks of complications.
- The selection of appropriate laser wavelengths, based on the target's absorption characteristics (like hemoglobin in blood vessels), and pulse duration is crucial for effective treatment while protecting surrounding skin tissues from damage.
Acquired port-wine stain in a pediatric patient.
J Cutan Med Surg
November 2007
Department of Dermatology, Dr. Behcet Uz Children's Hospital, Izmir, Turkey.
Article Synopsis
- Acquired port-wine stains (PWSs) are similar to congenital PWSs in appearance and structure, but they are less commonly observed in both adults and children.
- A case study highlights a 9-year-old boy with an acquired PWS on his left forearm, where typical causes like trauma or sun exposure were not relevant.
- Literature suggests that acquired PWSs respond more effectively to pulsed dye laser therapy compared to congenital PWSs.
Laser treatment of vascular lesions.
Clin Dermatol
September 2006
Laser and Skin Surgery Center, Sacramento, CA 94203, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Laser treatment is a popular option in dermatology for various vascular lesions, including birthmarks like hemangiomas and port-wine stains.
- Lasers are considered the most effective treatment for the telangiectatic type of rosacea.
- The types of vascular lesions that can be successfully treated with lasers are continually growing.
Treating vascular lesions.
Dermatol Ther
January 2006
Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
Article Synopsis
- The treatment of acquired vascular lesions is a popular procedure using lasers, with around 40,000 children born annually in the U.S. with congenital vascular issues.
- The laser treatment is grounded in the concept of selective photothermolysis, which has evolved since the 1980s, using different types of lasers and light sources.
- The publication distinguishes between acquired and congenital vascular lesions and explores different treatment methods, focusing on which lesions are easier or harder to treat.
Laser treatment of congenital and acquired vascular lesions. A review.
Dermatol Clin
January 2002
Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA.
Article Synopsis
- There are special lasers that can help treat blood vessel problems on the skin, like the pulsed dye laser, which is really good at targeting blood.
- These lasers have become safer and cause fewer side effects when used with cooling systems to protect the skin.
- Even though new lasers have improved a lot, many patients still hope for even better results in the future as technology keeps getting better.
Recurrence of unilateral naevoid telangiectatic syndrome following treatment with the pulsed dye laser.
J Cutan Laser Ther
April 1999
Laser Centre, Sutton Hospital, Sutton, Surrey, UK.
Article Synopsis
- - Unilateral naevoid telangiectatic syndrome (UNTS) is a rare condition identified in 1899, marked by a specific pattern of red, dilated blood vessels on the skin.
- - UNTS can be congenital or acquired, and there's currently no long-term effective treatment; however, pulsed dye laser (PDL) therapy showed promise in a small study involving five patients.
- - While the PDL treatment produced initial improvements, all patients experienced a complete return of symptoms, highlighting the transient nature of the therapy and indicating further understanding of the condition is needed.
Unilateral acquired nevus flammeus in women.
Cutis
March 2001
Department of Dermatology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA.
Congenital nevus flammeus is a benign vascular tumor characterized by pink to pale red patches that thicken as the patient ages, producing a dull red to reddish blue, cobblestone-textured plaque. We present the cases of 3 women with unilateral acquired nevus flammeus on the cheek whose lesions resolved after minimal treatment with a 585-nm pulsed dye laser. The etiology of acquired nevus flammeus is reviewed and tumor response rates to laser surgery are discussed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAcquired port-wine stains and antecedent trauma: case report and review of the literature.
Arch Dermatol
July 2000
Department of Dermatology, University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, OH 45230, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Some kids are born with a skin condition called port-wine stains (PWS), but it's rare for kids to get them later in life, usually after some kind of injury.
- A 3-year-old girl got PWS after getting hurt, and when doctors looked at other cases, they found that almost a third of acquired PWSs were linked to prior injuries.
- Doctors believe injuries might change how blood vessels heal and react, and laser treatments seem to work well for both born and acquired PWSs.
Treatment of leg telangiectasias using a long-pulse frequency-doubled neodymium:YAG laser at 532 nm.
Dermatol Surg
January 1998
Center for Laser Surgery, Georgetown University Medical School, Washington, DC 20016, USA.
Article Synopsis
- A variety of vascular lesion lasers exist for treating blood vessel disorders, but most are not effective for leg veins, leading to a need for better options.
- This study explores a new long pulse frequency-doubled Neodymium (Nd):YAG laser for treating leg telangiectasias, focused on minimizing skin damage.
- Results showed that 73% of patients had over 50% improvement after one treatment, and 83% improved significantly after two treatments, suggesting this laser is effective and well-received by patients.
Acquired port wine stains: clinical and psychological assessment and response to pulsed dye laser therapy.
Br J Dermatol
July 1997
Department of Dermatology, Bridgend General Hospital, Mid Glamorgan, U.K.
Article Synopsis
- - Nineteen patients with acquired port wine stains, which are rare vascular lesions resembling congenital ones but appearing after birth, were studied, making this the largest documented patient group.
- - Most acquired port wine stains were located on the head and neck, with six patients having a history of trauma prior to their development.
- - Psychological evaluations indicated that adult patients experienced similar challenges to those with congenital lesions, but many saw improvement after successful laser treatments, with nearly half achieving complete clearance.
Vasoproliferative tumors of the ocular fundus. Classification and clinical manifestations in 103 patients.
Arch Ophthalmol
May 1995
Ocular Oncology Service, Wills Eye Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pa., USA.
Article Synopsis
- The study aims to outline the clinical characteristics and classification of vasoproliferative tumors found in the eye, specifically in the ocular fundus.
- A review of 129 tumors across 103 patients revealed that 74% were idiopathic, while 26% were linked to existing ocular diseases, with most cases presenting as solitary tumors in specific regions of the fundus.
- Management strategies varied, with nearly half of the cases monitored through observation, while others received treatments like cryotherapy and laser photocoagulation.
Acquired port-wine stains.
Int J Dermatol
January 1995
Department of Dermatology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock 27705.
Article Synopsis
- Acquired port-wine stains are rare vascular lesions that develop after birth and can resemble congenital port-wine stains.
- A study of ten patients showed that the majority of these stains are likely idiopathic, with laser treatments resulting in varied effectiveness: excellent for four patients, good for one, and poor for two.
- Overall, acquired port-wine stains share similarities with congenital ones in terms of appearance, tissue structure, and treatment responses.
Article Synopsis
- - Congenital and acquired cutaneous vascular lesions in children and adolescents can be challenging to manage.
- - The text discusses various types of lesions like hemangiomas and telangiectasias, and emphasizes a practical evaluation and treatment approach.
- - Combining excisional surgery, laser surgery, and corrective cosmetics may lead to the most effective cosmetic outcomes for these lesions.
Response of vascular lesions of the head and neck to argon laser radiation.
Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg
April 1983
Article Synopsis
- Argon laser radiation is effective in treating both congenital and acquired vascular lesions in the head and neck, as demonstrated in a study involving 13 patients who underwent 36 treatments.
- Out of the 13 patients, 10 achieved excellent results where the lesions were no longer visible, while 3 had minimal remaining color in their lesions.
- No complications or hypertrophic scars were reported after one year, and the details of the laser parameters and surgical techniques used were provided.