MANAGEMENT OF CONDYLOMATA ACUMINATA WITH THE CARBON-DIOXIDE LASER

  • 1 January 1982
    • journal article
    • research article
    • Vol. 59  (1) , 105-108
Abstract
Ninety-four patients with condylomata acuminata of the lower genital tract and perianal region were treated with the CO2 laser. Most were managed in the outpatient clinic, but 1 to 4 treatments were required depending on extent of involvement. Of 90 patients, 75 (83.3%) were free of lesions on all follow-up examinations after initial treatment. Of 15 patients with recurrent lesions, 13 underwent a 2nd laser treatment; 7 of the 13 were subsequently free of condylomata. The overall success rate was 91%. The CO2 laser evidently provides an appealing method of managing of condylomata acuminata because of its precision, rapid healing without scarring and safety when used during pregnancy.

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