Ablation of cutaneous lesions using an erbium:YAG laser

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Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: This study was performed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of erbium:YAG laser in removal of cutaneous lesions. STUDY DESIGN: Data were collected after removing 363 benign, pre‐malignant and malignant lesions in 27 patients at a dermatology and cosmetic laser surgery center. RESULTS: All lesions were completely removed. Eight of 363 lesions recurred and the histological analysis showed complete removal of one malignant lesion with erbium:YAG laser ablation. There were no long term or permanent complications. CONCLUSION: Erbium:YAG laser is safe and effective in removal of cutaneous lesions.