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San Luca Medical Clinic, Rruga e Kavajës 50, Tiranë 1001, Albania

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• Research Article   
  A 1064-Nm Laser in the Routine Treatment of Telangiectasia of the Lower Leg: A Cohort Study
  Author(s): Arminda Avdulaj*
  
  Background and objectives: The Neodymium-Doped Yttrium-Aluminum-Garnet (ND: YAG) laser has proven effective in the treatment of leg telangiectasias, yet the literature lacks consensus on the optimal settings. This study aims to assess the efficacy of the 1064nm Nd:YAG laser for the treatment of leg telangiectasias in a safety focused setting. Materials and methods: Records of 42 patients with lower leg telangiectasia who underwent laser treatment between December 2019 and March 2023 were assessed. Laser parameters have been adjusted to prioritize overall safety. Two months after the treatment Global Aesthetic Improvement Score (GAIS) and the extent of vessel clearance were evaluated on a scale ranging between 0% and 100%. Patients rated their satisfaction on an 11-point Likert scale and their perception of pain during the treatment on a 6-po.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2684-4915.2024.8.287

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