Synergistic effect of platelet rich plasma in combination with fractional carbon dioxide laser versus its combination with pulsed dye laser in striae distensae: a comparative study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yomna Mazid El‐Hamd Neinaa ◽  
Shereen Farouk Gheida ◽  
Dareen Abd El‐Aziz Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Synergistic Effect ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Platelet Rich Plasma ◽  
Dye Laser ◽  
Pulsed Dye Laser ◽  
Striae Distensae ◽  
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser

The Effectiveness of Laser Therapy for Hypertrophic Burn Scars in Pediatric Patients: A Prospective Investigation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Zuccaro ◽  
Charis Kelly ◽  
Manuela Perez ◽  
Andrea Doria ◽  
Joel S Fish
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Laser Therapy ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Pediatric Patients ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Dye Laser ◽  
Pulsed Dye Laser ◽  
Assessment Protocol ◽  
Scar Assessment ◽  
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser

Abstract Laser therapy has become a valuable treatment option for hypertrophic burn scars. Improvements in scar symptoms have been achieved using the ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser as well as the pulsed dye laser. However, research regarding the use of laser therapy among pediatric patients remains limited. Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of using laser therapy to improve hypertrophic burn scars in a pediatric population using a comprehensive scar assessment protocol. A pragmatic, single-center, prospective observational study was conducted at a tertiary pediatric hospital. Twenty participants with hypertrophic burn scars were included. Laser procedures were administered at approximately two month intervals and scars were evaluated at five time-points over one year using the Vancouver Scar Scale, the Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale, conventional ultrasound, ultrasound elastography, and a multi-probe skin analysis device. Seventy-one laser procedures were performed with most participants receiving treatment with both the ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser and the pulsed dye laser at the same session (83%). From baseline to study completion, significant improvements in all scar measures were observed (p < 0.05). In particular, improvements in overall scarring and in specific scar properties including thickness, stiffness, and colour were found (p < 0.05). To our knowledge, this is the most comprehensive study to date to evaluate the effect of laser treatment on hypertrophic burn scars in a pediatric population. Our findings suggest that laser therapy is a beneficial treatment for burn-injured children as evidenced by the improvements in subjective and objective scar assessment measures.

Comparative study of the efficacy of Platelet‐rich plasma combined with carboxytherapy vs its use with fractional carbon dioxide laser in atrophic acne scars

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 150-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul‐Aziz Ibrahim Al Taweel ◽  
Abdul‐Aziz Abdul‐Salam Al Refae ◽  
Ahmed Mohamed Hamed ◽  
Asmaa Mostafa Kamal
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Platelet Rich Plasma ◽  
Acne Scars ◽  
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser

scholarly journals Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser for Keratosis Pilaris: A Single-Blind, Randomized, Comparative Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vasanop Vachiramon ◽  
Pattarin Anusaksathien ◽  
Silada Kanokrungsee ◽  
Kumutnart Chanprapaph
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Laser Treatment ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Contralateral Side ◽  
Single Session ◽  
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Good Improvement ◽  
Type V

Objective. Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a common condition which can frequently be cosmetically disturbing. Topical treatments can be used with limited efficacy. The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) laser for the treatment of KP.Patients and Methods. A prospective, randomized, single-blinded, intraindividual comparative study was conducted on adult patients with KP. A single session of fractional CO2laser was performed to one side of arm whereas the contralateral side served as control. Patients were scheduled for follow-up at 4 and 12 weeks after treatment. Clinical improvement was graded subjectively by blinded dermatologists. Patients rated treatment satisfaction at the end of the study.Results. Twenty patients completed the study. All patients stated that the laser treatment improved KP lesions. At 12-week follow-up, 30% of lesions on the laser-treated side had moderate to good improvement according to physicians’ global assessment (p=0.02). Keratotic papules and hyperpigmentation appeared to respond better than the erythematous component. Four patients with Fitzpatrick skin type V developed transient pigmentary alteration.Conclusions. Fractional CO2laser treatment may be offered to patients with KP. Dark-skinned patients should be treated with special caution.

Split face comparative study of microneedling with platelet rich plasma versus Fractional carbon dioxide laser with platelet rich plasma in treatment of atrophic post acne scars

QJM ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 114 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed Abd Elnaeem Sallam ◽  
Khaled El Zawahry ◽  
Abdul Rahman Muhammed Ali Mustafa
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Co2 Laser ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Platelet Rich Plasma ◽  
Fractional Co2 Laser ◽  
Acne Scars ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Face ◽  
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser

Abstract Background Acne scars, is a challenge for dermatologists, despite having multiple treatment modalities like microneedling, dermabrasion, Fractional CO2 Laser, dermal fillers, etc. However, monotherapy has been hardly satisfactory because of the polymorphism seen with the scars. Objective Comparison between microneedling with platelet rich plasma versus Fractional carbon dioxide laser with platelet rich plasma in treatment of atrophic post acne scars. Patients and methods This study was carried out in department of dermatology, venereology and andrology, in Kobry El-Kobba Military complex during the period (from September 2018 to July 2020 ) on 20 patients of both sexes aged from 20 to 60 years old presenting with Goodman and Baron Grade II, III, IV acne scars . Results The study revealed a statistically significant difference (p = 0.017) between Goodman and Baron scar grades on the right side of the face before and after treatment indicating that microneedling with platelet rich plasma was effective in improving acne scars. Also, there is a statistically significant difference (p = 0.010) between Goodman and Baron scar grades on the left side of the face before and after treatment, indicating that fractional CO2 laser with platelet rich plasma was effective in improving acne scars. Conclusion and recommendation Further controlled and randomized studies are needed to validate our findings in a larger cohort of patients and longer follow up. Also, number of sessions might be more than 3 sessions.

Efficacy of fractional carbon dioxide laser versus microneedling in the treatment of striae distensae

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 270-277 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mona Soliman ◽  
Mohamed Mohsen Soliman ◽  
Amira El-Tawdy ◽  
Hoda Sayed Shorbagy
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Laser ◽  
Striae Distensae ◽  
Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser
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