Hypertrophic scarring of the neck following ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing

As with traditional ablative CO(2) laser resurfacing, HS is a potential complication of ablative fractional CO(2) laser resurfacing, particularly on the neck. With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment HS of neck skin may be reversible. We urge caution when treating the neck with this device and close attention to wound care in the post-operative period.