Korean J Dermatol.
2016 Jun;54(5):362-367.
Analysis of 69 Cases of Adverse Events Associated with Laser Treatments
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- 1Department of Dermatology, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. jhjeonmd@gmail.com
- 2Department of Dermatology, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Korea.
- 3Department of Dermatology, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine,Seoul, Korea.
- 4Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Pusan National University, Busan, Korea.
- 5Department of Dermatology, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
- 6Department of Dermatology, National Medical Center, Seoul, Korea.
- 7Department of Dermatology, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
- 8Department of Dermatology, Hallym University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
- 9Department of Dermatology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
- 10Department of Dermatology, Chonnam National University Medical School, Gwangju, Korea.
- 11Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Inha University, Incheon, Korea.
Abstract
- BACKGROUND
During the past two decades, laser treatments have been increasingly performed by various personnel in Korea. However, as a result, adverse events related to laser treatments have also increased.
OBJECTIVE
This study aimed to characterize cutaneous adverse events associated with laser treatments in Korea and to consider feasible ways to minimize possible laser-associated adverse events.
METHODS
Adverse event reports after laser treatments were collected from the members of the Korean Dermatological Association. A retrospective analysis of clinical data was performed regarding the pre-treatment lesion, specific laser type applied, personnel who performed the procedure, and consequences in terms of treatmentrelated complications.
RESULTS
A total of 69 reported cases of adverse events associated with laser treatment were collected. The most frequently reported adverse event was postinflammatory dyspigmentation, followed by secondarily induced dermatological disease, treatment-inflicted burn, and residual scar.
CONCLUSION
Both expected and unexpected adverse events occur after laser treatments. Most adverse events are not serious, but proper dermatological attention should be given to avoid complications. It should be noted that the safest and the most successful laser treatment can be provided only by qualified personnel.
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