title: Argon laser skin surgery.
abstract: The argon laser is a useful instrument that, during the last 5 years, has become a widely accepted and available tool in cutaneous surgery. Its primary use is in the treatment of various cutaneous lesions, although it also produces very satisfactory results when applied to professional decorative tattoos. These procedures are described and illustrated.
mesh_terms: D001128:Argon; D005260:Female; D006391:Hemangioma / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000009:adverse effects; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D013653:Tattooing; D013684:Telangiectasis / Q000601:surgery
chemical_list: D001128:Argon