Retrospective Analysis of the Effectiveness of Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Acne Scarring

This retrospective analysis aimed to estimate the efficiency of laser therapy in the management of acne scarring, assessing changes in scar severity, patient satisfaction, and adverse events. A cohort of 150 subjects with clinically diagnosed acne scarring who underwent laser therapy. Data were extr...

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Published in:Journal of pharmacy & bioallied science 2024-07, Vol.16 (Suppl 3), p.S2413-S2415
Main Authors: Maiti, Niladri, Benedicenti, Stefano, Shashank, Chapala, Venkateshwar, Gokul, Srivastava, Amartya P, Tate, Jignesh, Tiwari, Rahul
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acne
acne scarring
Adverse events
Electronic medical records
Erythema
Hyperpigmentation
laser therapy
Lasers
Original Research
Patient satisfaction
Patients
scar severity
Scars
Statistical analysis
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Summary:This retrospective analysis aimed to estimate the efficiency of laser therapy in the management of acne scarring, assessing changes in scar severity, patient satisfaction, and adverse events. A cohort of 150 subjects with clinically diagnosed acne scarring who underwent laser therapy. Data were extracted from electronic medical records, and baseline characteristics, scar types, and management parameters were analyzed. Outcome measures included changes in scar severity scores, patient-reported satisfaction, and documentation of adverse events. Statistical analyses were conducted using appropriate methods, with sub-group analyses based on scar type and laser modality. Following laser therapy, a statistically significant decrease in scar severity scores was seen across all scar types ( < 0.05). Patient satisfaction was high, with 75% reporting significant improvement. Adverse events were mild and transient, including erythema and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Sub-group analyses did not reveal significant differences in management outcomes based on scar type or laser modality. Laser therapy demonstrates effectiveness in reducing acne scarring with a favorable safety profile. The research supports its role as a versatile management modality for diverse scar presentations, emphasizing the need for further research to optimize protocols and explore combination therapies.
ISSN:0976-4879
0975-7406
DOI:10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_240_24