- Journal of Experimental and Clinical Medicine
- Vol: 29 Issue: 1
- Unusual complication caused by laser hair removal
Unusual complication caused by laser hair removal
Authors : Celalettin Sever, Cihan Şahin, Yalçın Bayram, Fatih Uygur, Yalçın Külahçi
Pages : 74-76
Doi:10.5835/jecm.omu.29.01.019
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Publication Date : 2012-04-17
Article Type : Research
Abstract :The complications of laser hair removal system are uncommon. We will present a case of burn on upper extremity caused by Alexandrite laser (AL). This report indicates that it is essential for the laser operator to be well educated upon the potential risks of photoepilation. The circumstances of this injury and preventive measures are discussed in this case report.Keywords : Alexandrite laser, Hair removal, Laser epilation, Laser burn, Laser and tetracycline, Photoepilation