Effect of Pulse Width of a 595-nm Flashlamp-Pumped Pulsed Dye Laser on the Treatment Response of Keloidal and Hypertrophic Sternotomy Scars

200788 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Woraphong Manuskiatti · Mahidol University

Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha · Mahidol University

Richard Fitzpatrick · American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

Abstract

A pulse width of 0.45 ms of PDL was more effective in decreasing scar size and improving scar pliability than that of 40 ms. A 595-nm PDL was safe and effective in treatment of hypertrophic scars and keloids in dark-skinned individuals. This study was supported in part by an educational grant from the Dermatological Society of Thailand.

Topics & Keywords

Dermatologic Treatments and Research Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques Tattoo and Body Piercing Complications

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Dermatologic Surgery

Volume 33, Issue 2, pp. 152-161

DOI: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2006.33033.x

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