Treatment of traumatic tattoos with the Q-switched neodymium:YAG laser

Suzuki, H.

doi:10.1001/archderm.132.10.1226

Cited by 8 publications

(8 citation statements)

References 0 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Especially the wavelengths of the QS alexandrite and ruby lasers (755 and 694 nm) lead to a high absorption not only of the targeted chromophore, but also of the organic epidermal melanin pigment, which is why hypopigmentation after laser therapy is a well-known side effect. Therefore, a longer wavelength such as 1,064 nm is the first choice in darker skin as these rays penetrate more deeply into the tissue and reduce the effect on the superficial melanin [28][29][30].…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The strength of this paper is the high number of patients included in the analysis. To our knowledge, no publication with more than 32 patients [30] with accidental tattoos and laser therapy exists, and then using only one laser device and including merely Asian patients [30,31]. We treated most patients with more than one wavelength (1,064, 694, 660 nm) due to individual differences such as skin phototype and characteristics of the tattoos.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 1 more Smart Citation

Laser Treatment of Accidental Tattoos: Experience at a Tertiary Referral Center

2020

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background: To date, information on laser treatment of accidental tattoos is limited. Objectives: This study analyzes the efficacy and safety of quality-switched ruby, quality-switched Nd:YAG and picosecond lasers in the treatment of accidental hyperpigmentation in a larger patient cohort. To date, there is limited information on laser therapy of accidental hyperpigmentation. Methods: We conducted a retrospective systematic single-center analysis on 70 patients, which presented with accidental hyperpigmentation at the Dermatology Department of the University Hospital of Zurich between 2008 and 2017. Patients with accidental tattoos due to road injuries, explosives or other traumas and iatrogenic measures were included. We analyzed the data including laser parameters such as wavelength, energy density, spot size and intervals between the sessions. Also, the number of sessions performed and the overall success were registered. Results: We treated 38 patients by quality-switched nano- and/or picosecond laser therapy and completed the treatment in 28 cases within a mean number of 3–5 laser sessions. No complications occurred. Conclusion: We demonstrate the validity and safety of quality-switched and picosecond lasers in the treatment of accidental hyperpigmentation. Using a combination of different wavelengths and pulse lengths on the same lesion and gradually increasing the fluence in the course of the laser treatment is recommendable to increase efficacy. We observed a tendency towards faster elimination of facial accidental tattoos and/or originating from road injuries compared to tattoos located on the extremities and those caused by explosions, piercings or iatrogenic measures or consisting of metal pigment particles.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Laser Treatment of Accidental Tattoos: Experience at a Tertiary Referral Center

2020

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…The ultrashort pulse durations mechanically disrupt the tattoo particles that are then cleared by phagocytosis while minimizing thermal damage to the surrounding tissue . The number of treatments to achieve resolution depends on the extent of the tattooing, though traumatic tattoos require fewer treatments than professional tattoos, typically only two or three sessions .…”

Section: Laser Treatment Of Scarsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Laser Therapy of Traumatic and Surgical Scars and an Algorithm for Their Treatment

et al. 2019

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background and Objectives: This paper describes the laser techniques available for the treatment of surgical and trauma scars and develops recommendations for an algorithmic-based treatment approach based on extensive clinical experience and published data. Study Design/Materials and Methods: We reviewed the literature regarding laser treatment of surgical and traumatic scars and incorporated the clinical experience of the authors to develop an algorithm for the treatment of surgical and trauma scars. Results: In order to develop treatment recommendations, scars were differentiated based on their clinical characteristics. Specific scar characteristics aid in determining the appropriate treatment strategy for different types of complex surgical and trauma scars. Conclusion: Laser therapy is first-line therapy for traumatic and surgical scars. The treatment approach should be guided by scar characteristics (e.g., anatomic location, type of injury, color, thickness, tension, scar age, and activity) and involves choosing the appropriate laser type and determining the benefit of combination therapy with surgical and nonsurgical treatment modalities to optimize treatment responses. Lasers Surg. Med.

show abstract

“…The number of treatments to achieve excellent results ranged from 1 to 6, with an average of 1.7. No scarring, atrophy, textural changes, or hypopigmentation was noted in any of the cases 5 …”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 70%

“…Treatment for traumatic tattoos often results in incomplete removal of the pigment or produces unacceptable scars or textural changes 4 . The QS Nd:YAG laser, with a wavelength of 1064 nm and a pulse duration of 5–7 ns, penetrates deeper into the skin and has less interaction with melanin than the QS ruby laser 5 . It is one of the most versatile and interesting lasers in dermatological laser medicine and is a safe and effective method of treatment of epidermal and dermal pigmented lesions 6 .…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Facial scars after a road accident – combined treatment with pulsed dye laser and Q‐switched Nd:YAG laser

Martins

Trindade

Leite³

2008

J of Cosmetic Dermatology

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

We report the case of a woman who presented with several facial scars following a road accident. Treatment was carried out using combined laser treatment with pulsed dye laser (PDL) and Q-switched neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser (QS Nd:YAG laser). No side effects or complications from treatment were noted or reported. The patient had very good cosmetic results with this combined technique. A variety of facial scars - erythematous, pigmented, atrophic, and hypertrophic - may occur as a result of trauma, surgery, burns, and skin disease. Surgery with other adjunctive methods including radiotherapy, intralesional steroids, and pressure therapy have shown variable results. Laser treatment has been attempted for scar revision since the 1980s. The PDL is the optimal treatment for reducing scar bulk and symptoms. It also decreases erythema and telangiectasia associated with scars, normalizes the skin surface texture, and improves the scar pliability. The QS Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm) is highly effective for traumatic tattoo removal, resulting in complete clearance in the majority of cases.

show abstract

Treatment of traumatic tattoos with the Q-switched neodymium:YAG laser

Cited by 8 publications

References 0 publications

Laser Treatment of Accidental Tattoos: Experience at a Tertiary Referral Center

Laser Treatment of Accidental Tattoos: Experience at a Tertiary Referral Center

Laser Therapy of Traumatic and Surgical Scars and an Algorithm for Their Treatment

Facial scars after a road accident – combined treatment with pulsed dye laser and Q‐switched Nd:YAG laser

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About