| Update on lasers and light devices for the treatment of vascular lesions. | |
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PMID: 19150299 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Patients frequently present to dermatologists for the treatment of vascular lesions, including facial telangiectases, diffuse redness, port wine stains (PWS), hemangiomas, and leg veins. There are many laser and light devices that can be used with excellent results. This article summarizes the available platforms that are commonly used for the treatment of superficial vascular lesions. Newer devices and techniques are highlighted with respect to the unique characteristics of individual lesions. |
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Authors:
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Kenneth J Galeckas |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery Volume: 27 ISSN: 1558-0768 ISO Abbreviation: Semin Cutan Med Surg Publication Date: 2008 Dec |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2009-01-19 Completed Date: 2009-04-24 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9617260 Medline TA: Semin Cutan Med Surg Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 276-84 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Dermatology, Naval Medical Center San Diego, San Diego, CA 92134, USA. kenneth.galeckas@med.navy.mil |
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Humans Laser Therapy, Low-Level / instrumentation*, methods Lasers, Dye / therapeutic use Phototherapy / instrumentation*, methods Skin Diseases, Vascular / radiotherapy* |
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