Treatment of sebaceous gland hyperplasia with the pulsed dye laser.

摘要: Background and Objective Sebaceous gland hyperplasia may be treated by cryotherapy, cauterization, topical chemicals, or excision. The major disadvantage of these therapeutic strategies is a considerable risk postoperative scarring dyspigmentation. pulsed dye laser an effective safe alternative treatment option. Study Design Methods Our report presents two patients with sebaceous who were the dye-laser (585 nm, 6.5–8 J/cm2, 300–450/μsec). Results After 2–3 sessions, lesions completely gone. To date, no side effects have been observed. Conclusions Based upon our experiences, we recommend as safe, fast, minimal straining for glands. Lasers Surg. Med. 21:313–316, 1997. © 1997 Wiley-Liss, Inc.