title: [Laser therapy in dermatology and esthetic medicine. Side effects, complications and treatment errors].
abstract: Many different laser systems are used in dermatology. To wisely choose the correct laser for a given problem, one must be aware of both the spectrum of disorders for which each laser is suited and the potential side effects. We compare the side effect and complication profiles of the common laser systems pointing out their possibilities and limitations. Typical treatment errors will be pointed out. Dermatological training, extensive experience in laser therapy and compliance with quality guidelines are prerequisites for safe and successful treatment.
authors.affiliation: Laserklinik Karlsruhe. info@raulin.de,www.raulin.de
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Raulin
authors.forename: W
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Kimmig
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Werner
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D007834:Lasers / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012867:Skin / Q000293:injuries* / Q000528:radiation effects*; D013518:Surgery, Plastic; D017211:Treatment Failure