Proposal to develop a detailed safety program for general/laser surgical patients infected with AIDS

Principles of CO2/Erbium Laser Safety

“…The era of CO 2 and erbium laser resurfacing is too new to ascertain infection risks, particularly with infections of prolonged latency such as HIV. 50 The stigmata associated with HIV or HBV infection may retard efforts to report a laser‐induced seroconversion. Which physician or hospital wants to publish the first case?…”

“…The use of gloves, gowns, masks, and the regular replacement of vacuum filters is advised. 1–3,12–14,17,23–35,39,41,42,47,50 …”