Benign Pigmented Lesions of the Skin

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Abstract
Background. The Q-switched ruby laser is a 694 nanometer (red light) pulsed (20–40 nsecond) laser that has been shown to be effective in the treatment of cutaneous pigmented lesions. objective. This article will review my experience in the use of the Q-switched ruby laser to treat a wide gamut of epidermal and dermal pigmented lesions. results. The Q-switched ruby laser is highly effective in treating epidermal pigmented lesions and can be efficacious in the treatment of some dermal pigmented lesions. conclusion. The Q-switched ruby laser is an effective addition to the cutaneous laser armamentarium.