Efficacy and Safety of Long Pulsed Nd:YAG Laser in the Management of Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids
- Author:
Harish Muddenahalli Rajegowda
1
;
Gagana Gopal
1
;
Shashikumar Basavapura Madegowda
1
;
Deepadarshan Kalegowda
1
Author Information
1. Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya, Karnataka, India
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
1064nm Nd:YAG laser;
keloid;
hypertrophic scar
- From:Malaysian Journal of Dermatology
2020;44(1):14-18
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Keloid scars have always been a therapeutic challenge. Lasers due to their versatile action are being
tried in the management of hypertrophic scars and keloid. Use of Nd:YAG laser especially in dark skin
types is justifiable but sufficient data is not available.
- Full text:Original Article 2_pg14.pdf
