Laser Dermatology (eBook)

David J. Goldberg (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: PDF

2005
126 Seiten
Springer Berlin (Verlag)
978-3-540-27205-2 (ISBN)

Infos

The continual array of laser technology matology. The pulsed dye laser is the most throughout the world has been nothing short of effective laser for treatment of port wine stains miraculous. Over the last fifteen years, this field but purpura limits its acceptability by patients has continued to grow and expand with the for more cosmetic indications. Both facial and appearance of new technology. This book re- leg vein telangiectasia can also be treated with presents the most up-to-date description of the lasers. Other cutaneous disorders such as p- latest in laser and light-source technology. All riasis, warts and scars can be improved by t- the chapters are written by leading experts from geting the lesion’s cutaneous vessels with app- both North America and Europe. After a chap- priate lasers. Chapter 2 describes our latest ter describing our latest understanding of laser understanding of the laser treatment of vas- physics, which also covers safety aspects, chap- lar lesions. ters are dedicated to laser treatment of vascular When considering treatment of pigmented lesions, pigmented lesions and tattoos, un- lesions, accurate diagnosis of the pigmented wanted hair, and ablative and non-ablative lesion is mandatory before laser treatment. For resurfacing and treatment for medical pur- some pigmented lesions, laser treatment may poses. Each chapter begins with the core even be the only treatment option. Tattoos concepts. These basic points are followed by a respond well to Q-switched lasers.

Inhalt

Preface 5
Contents 7
List of Contributors 10
Basic Laser Physics and Safety 11
History 11
Currently Available Technology 15
Indications 17
Safety 18
Future 20
References 20
Laser Treatment of Vascular Lesions 22
History 22
Currently Available Lasers for Vascular Lesions 25
Indications 25
Treatment of Other Cutaneous Vascular Lesions 37
Disadvantages 37
Contraindications 38
Personal Laser Technique 39
Postoperative Care 42
Complications 42
The Future 43
References 43
Laser Treatment of Pigmented Lesions 45
History 45
Currently Available Technology 46
Indications 52
Consent 57
Personal Laser Technique 57
Complications 66
Future Developments 67
References 67
Laser Treatment of Unwanted Hair 69
History 69
Selective Photothermolysis 70
Extended Theory of Selective Photothermolysis 70
Physical Basis of Laser Hair Removal 70
Factors Affecting Efficacy/Results 71
Currently Available Lasers and Light Sources Used for Hair Removal 74
Advantages 78
Disadvantages 78
Indications 78
Contraindications 79
Consent 79
Personal Laser Approach 79
Postoperative Considerations 87
Complications 87
The Future 88
References 88
Ablative and Nonablative Facial Resurfacing 90
History 90
Ablative Resurfacing 91
Nonablative Resurfacing 97
References 105
Lasers, Photodynamic Therapy, and the Treatment of Medical Dermatologic Conditions 106
History of Photodynamic Therapy 106
Currently Available Technology 108
Advantages 119
Disadvantages 125
Contraindications 125
Personal Laser Technique 126
Postoperative Care 126
The Future 127
References 127
Subject Index 129

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 8.12.2005
• Zusatzinfo: XII, 126 p. 136 illus., 128 illus. in color.
• Verlagsort: Berlin
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Allgemeinmedizin
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Chirurgie
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Dermatologie
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Pflege
• Schlagworte: Hair Removal • Laser • Laser Physics • Laser Treatment • Pigmented Lesions • Safety • therapy • Treatment • vascular lesions
• ISBN-10: 3-540-27205-4 / 3540272054
• ISBN-13: 978-3-540-27205-2 / 9783540272052