Application of laser CO2 for the treatment of xanthelasma palpebrarum

Abstract Method We treated 12 patients with bilateral xanthelasmas using an ultra-pulse CO2 laser. They were all extirpated, with no differences between the upper and lower eyelids. There were no cases of ectropion or bleeding. All the patients expressed a high level of satisfaction. Discussion The...

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Published in:Archivos de la Sociedad Española de Oftalmología (English ed.) 2013-08, Vol.88 (8), p.320-322
Main Authors: Delgado Navarro, C, Lanuza García, A, Llorca Cardeñosa, A, Bañón-Navarro, R, Corchero Martin, G
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
CO2 laser
Láser CO2
Ophthalmology
Tratamiento
Treatment
Xantelasmas palpebrales
Xanthelasma palpebrarum
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Summary:Abstract Method We treated 12 patients with bilateral xanthelasmas using an ultra-pulse CO2 laser. They were all extirpated, with no differences between the upper and lower eyelids. There were no cases of ectropion or bleeding. All the patients expressed a high level of satisfaction. Discussion The use of the laser CO2 is a good therapeutic option for treating xanthelasmas especially those located in the lower eyelid, and in young people. It is a safe treatment for delicate periorbital regions, with a low risk of visible scars, and fewer recurrences. The technique can be performed outside the operating room avoiding the anxiety that is created by surgical intervention.
ISSN:2173-5794
2173-5794
DOI:10.1016/j.oftale.2013.09.007