Objectives: This presentation aims at comparing different fluences of Q-switched Nd:YAG (Qs
Nd:YAG) laser that can induce an effective response with best safety for melasma patients. The role of dermoscopy in assessing the therapeutic response in cases of melasma will be evaluated.
Introduction: Melasma continues to be a difficult to treat disease with no fully satisfactory results. Low-fluence 1064 nm Q-switched Nd:YAG laser has been shown to be effective for
melasma treatment.
Materials / method: In this presentation the results obtained from treating melasma patients with various fluences of Nd-Yag will be demonstrated.
Results: It is safe to assume that using conservative treatment approaches as lowering the fluence and adjusting sessions’ intervals can help optimize the therapeutic outcome and avoid complications in melasma laser toning.
Conclusion: In our experience, the melasma lesions show improvement of pigmentation in response to Qs Nd:YAG but no clearance.
Strict and continuous sun protection measures are essential for patients with melasma.
Disclosures
Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No
Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No
Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No
Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
No
This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability