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Comparison of the effectiveness of the pulsed dye laser 585 nm versus 595 nm in the treatment of new surgical scars
The aim of this study was to compare the effects of the pulsed-dye laser (PDL) at a wavelength of 585 nm with those at 595 nm in the treatment of post-surgical scars, starting on the day of suture removal. The...
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Topical imiquimod in conjunction with Nd:YAG laser for tattoo removal
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of tattoo removal using topical imiquimod 5% cream in conjunction with the 1,064-nm Nd:YAG laser. This procedure for tattoo removal will be compared to las...
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Photodynamic therapy in dermatology: a review
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is used for the prevention and treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer. Until recently, clinically approved indications have been restricted to actinic keratoses, nodular and superfici...
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Comparison of the effects of short- and long-pulse durations when using a 585-nm pulsed dye laser in the treatment of new surgical scars
More than 70 million surgical procedures are performed annually in the USA with the majority involving a skin lesion and almost all individuals in their lifetime will have one or more surgical procedures resul...
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Lasers for tattoo removal: a review
Tattoos have existed and have been used as an expression of art by man for ages—and so have the techniques to remove them. Lasers based on the principle of selective photothermolysis are now being used to remo...
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Comparison of short-pulsed and long-pulsed 532 nm lasers in the removal of freckles
The purpose of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of the 532 nm long-pulsed laser (10 ms) with that of the 532 nm short-pulsed laser (10 ns) for freckle removal. Currently, the gold standard for...
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Effect of narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy on serum folic acid levels in patients with psoriasis
Narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy (NB-UVB) is a widely used modality in the treatment of psoriasis and is generally accepted as safe in pregnancy. Previous studies have described photodegradation of serum ...
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Intense pulsed light versus benzoyl peroxide 5 % gel in treatment of acne vulgaris
Acne is a common disorder affecting the pilosebaceous unit. Despite many advances in the treatments of acne vulgaris the best option is still controversial as the pathogenesis of acne is rather complex, necess...
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Comparison of the effectiveness of two fluences using long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser in the treatment of striae distensae. Histological and morphometric evaluation
Striae distensae are common undesirable skin lesions of significant aesthetic concern. To compare the efficacy of two fluences (75 and 100 J/cm2) of long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser in the treatment of striae. Forty-five...
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Implications of Metabolic Syndrome and Androgen Levels on Erectile Dysfunction in a Sample of Egyptian Subjects: a Case-Controlled Prospective Study
Men with metabolic syndrome (MetS) are at a higher risk of develo** erectile dysfunction (ED). To evaluate the relationship of ED with MetS and androgen levels, a case control study was designed. Group A was...