Treatment of Chromomycosis with a CO2 Laser
- 1 September 1986
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
- Vol. 12 (9) , 965-968
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1524-4725.1986.tb02138.x
Abstract
The successful employment of a carbon dioxide (CO2) laser in the eradication of localized chromomycosis is described. A review of alternative medical and surgical modalities used in treating this disorder is presented. The potential benefits of CO2 laser vs. cold steel surgery are discussed.Keywords
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