Treatment of sebaceous gland hyperplasia with the pulsed dye laser.
OBJECTIVE
Sebaceous gland hyperplasia may be treated by cryotherapy, cauterization, topical chemicals, or excision. The major disadvantage of these therapeutic strategies is a considerable risk of postoperative scarring or dyspigmentation. The pulsed dye laser may be an effective and safe alternative treatment option.


METHODS
Our report presents two patients with sebaceous gland hyperplasia who were treated with the pulsed dye-laser (585 nm, 6.5-8 J/cm2, 300-450/microsecond).


RESULTS
After 2-3 treatment sessions, the lesions were completely gone. To data, no side effects have been observed.


CONCLUSIONS
Based upon our experiences, we recommend the pulsed dye laser as a safe, fast, and minimal straining treatment alternative for hyperplasia of sebaceous glands.
Schönermark
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MP
Center for Dermatologic Laser Therapy, Karlsruhe, Germany.
Schmidt
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Raulin
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D005260:Female; D005546:Forehead / Q000473:pathology*; D006801:Humans; D006965:Hyperplasia / Q000601:surgery; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012627:Sebaceous Glands / Q000473:pathology*