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Venous Lake of the Lips Treated Using Photocoagulation with High-Intensity Diode Laser

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Author(s):
Azevedo, Luciane H. [1, 2, 3] ; Galletta, Vivian C. [1] ; Eduardo, Carlos de Paula [4] ; Migliari, Dante A. [1]
Total Authors: 4
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Sch Dent, Dept Oral Diag, BR-05508900 Sao Paulo - Brazil
[2] Univ Sao Paulo, Fac Odontol, Lab Especial Laser Odontol LELO, Masters Profess Program Lasers Dent, BR-05508900 Sao Paulo - Brazil
[3] Univ Sao Paulo, Dept Hlth Safety & Labor, Dent Clin, BR-05508900 Sao Paulo - Brazil
[4] Univ Sao Paulo, Sch Dent, Special Lab Lasers Dent, BR-05508900 Sao Paulo - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 4
Document type: Journal article
Source: Photomedicine and Laser Surgery; v. 28, n. 2, p. 263-265, APR 2010.
Web of Science Citations: 18
Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of photocoagulation with high-intensity diode laser in the treatment of venous lake (VL) lesions. Background Data: VL is a common vascular lesion characterized by elevated, usually dome-shaped papules, ranging in color from dark blue to dark purple, seen more frequently in elderly patients. They often occur as single lesions on the ears, face, lips, or neck. Once formed, lesions persist throughout life. Although these lesions are usually asymptomatic, they can bleed if injured. Methods: Seventeen patients (7 men and 10 women) with VL on the lip were treated using a noncontact diode laser (wavelength 808 nm, power output 2-3 W in continuous wave). Results: After only one irradiation exposure, all lesions were successfully treated. Healing was completed in approximately 2 to 3 weeks, and none of the patients experienced complications. Postoperative discomfort and scarring were not present or were minimal. Conclusion: Photocoagulation with high-intensity diode laser is an effective, bloodless procedure for the treatment of VL. (AU)