Effect of Relume broad band ultraviolet B in repigmentation of pregnant abdominal stretch marks: a prelimininary clinical report
- VernacularTitle:Relume光子色素再生仪治疗妊娠纹的临床应用观察
- Author:
Ping CHEN
;
Wenming HOU
;
Rongmei YANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Photons Stretch marks in pregnancy;
Ultraviolet
- From:
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology
2001;0(03):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To obsere the effectiveness of the Relume broad band ultraviolet B (UV-B) in repigmenting of the pregnant abdominal stretch marks. Methods In the study, 20 cases of pregnant abdominal stretch marks subjects were irradiated locally with Relume UVB phototherapy regimen. According to their skin variation, the wave length and frequency were chosen. The treatment was perfromed once a week with 6 weeks duration. Results Except 3 cases of non-compliance, 17 cases had been followed up for 4 months. 100% Subjects shown the increased pigmentation on the stretch marks. 29.4% (5 cases) obtained excellent result in repigmentation. 70.6% (12 cases) were satisfied. Conclusion The Relume UV-B phototherapy can be a useful treatment option for the pregnant abdominal stretch marks with safety and efficacy.
