title: Pathophysiology and treatment of decorative tattoos with reference to argon laser treatment.
abstract: Pathophysiology, psychosocial implications, and treatment modalities for decorative tattoos are reviewed in this article. There still exists a need for a precise, noninvasive technique that will not leave secondary scar deformities. Laser physiology and technologic refinements may offer the best hope for such a treatment.
mesh_terms: D001128:Argon; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D013653:Tattooing / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000523:psychology
chemical_list: D001128:Argon