ArticleClinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology2022
Efficacy of Combined Treatment with Intense Pulsed Light and Erbium Fractional Laser in Striae Gravidarum.
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- Evaluation and Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Erbium YAG Laser Along With Normal Saline vs. Its Combination With Stromal Vascular Fraction (SVF) and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in the Treatment of Striae Distensae: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Trial
- Therapeutic Effectiveness of Microneedling Radio Frequency in Different Areas of Periorbital Static Wrinkles: A Self-Controlled Study.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Article
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Abstract
Purpose: Laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments are preferred over invasive procedures due to less pain. This study looked at the efficacy and safety of IPL and Erbium fractional laser for patients with striae gravidarum (SG). Patients and Methods: All 60 patients with SG were successfully enrolled in the study. IPL treatment was followed by Erbium fractional laser (wavelength 2940 nm) treatment at 4-week intervals for a total of three treatments. SG elasticity was assessed with a SEM575 custom instrument and patients were scored for SG span with an Antera 3D multifunctional skin imaging analyzer. A 3D skin impact system was used to assess patients' epidermal thickness. A visual analog scale (VAS) was used to assess patients' pain scores during the treatment period. Improvement in stretch marks was assessed with the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS). The occurrence of adverse events was recorded at a follow-up of 3 months. Patient satisfaction with the outcome of the treatment was also recorded. Results: Area of stretch marks decreased from 7.89 ± 0.49 cm Conclusion: IPL combined with Erbium fractional laser improves the area and atrophy of SG, lightens the color, and increases the elasticity and thickness of the skin, with high treatment safety and remarkable clinical results.
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