Use of fractionated laser therapy for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
AbstractProcedural management, including fractionated laser therapy, has been increasingly investigated for the management of androgenetic alopecia (AGA). However, no comprehensive resources exist detailing the efficacy of fractionated laser therapies used for the treatment of AGA. A systematic review investigating fractionated laser use for AGA was performed, separated into each distinct fractionated laser modality. A meta-analysis was performed to examine improvement in hair counts and hair shaft diameter. Fourteen studies were included for systematic review, which identified the use of erbium-glass, thulium, erbium-ytrr...
Source: Lasers in Medical Science - December 13, 2023 Category: Laser Surgery Source Type: research
Surgical outcomes of minimally invasive trephine surgery for pilonidal sinus disease with and without laser therapy: a comparative study
ConclusionThe incorporation of laser therapy along with trephine/pit excision surgery significantly reduces the recurrence rate in patients with PNS. Further prospective studies are needed to confirm our findings. (Source: Techniques in Coloproctology)
Source: Techniques in Coloproctology - December 13, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
An Excimer Laser-Induced Eruptive Sebaceous Hyperplasia
Ann Dermatol. 2023 Nov;35(Suppl 2):S268-S271. doi: 10.5021/ad.21.020.ABSTRACTSebaceous hyperplasia (SH) is a benign proliferation of the sebaceous glands. Ultraviolet radiation is known to be the cofactor for the pathogenesis of SH. Frequently reported adverse events of 308-nm excimer laser are erythema, burning or pain, and itching sensation. However, the role of excimer laser as an aetiological factor of SH is rarely reported in the literature. A 59-year-old female presented with several elevated, umbilicated papules on the face. Papular eruption appeared abruptly after 11 weeks of treatment for vitiligo which includes 3...
Source: Annals of Dermatology - December 7, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Gyoo Huh Ga-Young Lee Seung-Wan Chae Young-Jun Choi Source Type: research
A Clinical Guide to the Treatment of Cellulite and Comprehensive Review of the Etiology, Pathophysiology, and Utility of Intervention
ConclusionCellulite is a challenging cosmetic problem to treat, and thus multimodal treatment options should be considered in an attempt to achieve optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction. As the pathophysiology of cellulite is further elucidated, more targeted treatments may be developed in the future.Level of Evidence VThis journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authorswww.springer.com/00266. (Source: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery)
Source: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - December 6, 2023 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research
Photobiomodulation Therapy to Treat Snakebites Caused by Bothrops atrox
This randomized clinical trial investigates the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of low-level laser therapy in reducing the local manifestations of Bothrops atrox envenomations. (Source: JAMA Internal Medicine)
Source: JAMA Internal Medicine - December 4, 2023 Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research
Medical Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
Facial Plast Surg DOI: 10.1055/a-2196-4713Androgenetic alopecia is a common type of hair loss, which is generally influenced by genetic factors and systemic androgens resulting in follicular miniaturization.1 It can cause cosmetic problems leading to psychological distress among affected men and women. Effective standard medical treatments available are topical minoxidil 2 to 5%, oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, and hair transplantation.1 However, some patients do not achieve favorable results with standard treatments. For these reasons, other novel treatments have been developed, including new medications, regenerative...
Source: Facial Plastic Surgery - December 4, 2023 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Panchaprateep, Ratchathorn Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Low-level laser therapy combined with scleral graft transplantation in the treatment of contracted socket: a clinical study
To analyse the efficacy of the therapeutic use of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on the tissue repair process of allogeneic scleral grafts in patients with contracted sockets by analysing the speed of graft va... (Source: BMC Ophthalmology)
Source: BMC Ophthalmology - December 4, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Qin Huang, Yangbin Fang, Yao Lai and Hongfei Liao Tags: Research Source Type: research
Correction to: In vitro effect of low-level laser therapy on the proliferative, apoptosis modulation, and oxi-inflammatory markers of premature-senescent hydrogen peroxide-induced dermal fibroblasts
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Source: Lasers in Medical Science - November 30, 2023 Category: Laser Surgery Source Type: research
Er:YAG laser therapy in combination with GLUMA desensitizer reduces dentin hypersensitivity in children with molar-incisor hypomineralization: a randomized clinical trial
This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of erbium-doped yttrium garnet (Er:YAG) laser and GLUMA desensitizer for dentin hypersensitivity in teeth affected by Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH). One hundred twenty children were randomly allocated to four groups: the control (Co) group, the desensitizer (De) group, the laser (La) group, and the laser + desensitizer (La + De) group. Outcome measures included Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and 14-item Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) evaluation. For mean VAS scores, a significant reduction was found over time in all groups. Co and De groups, Co and La g...
Source: Lasers in Medical Science - November 30, 2023 Category: Laser Surgery Source Type: research
