Accidental foveal photocoagulation secondary to alexandrite laser.
OBJECTIVE
In recent years, we have seen an increase in the use of laser systems in the field of aesthetics (mainly depigmentation and hair removal). Alexandrite laser is the most widely used.Case report.


METHODS
Case report.


RESULTS
We describe a case of retinal injury (foveal photocoagulation) directly related to an alexandrite laser hair removal procedure.


CONCLUSIONS
Hair removal by laser systems is a fast and efficient method. The use of lasers without adequate protective measures or by unqualified personnel increases the risk of ocular adverse effects.
Department of Ophthalmology, San Cecilio University Hospital, Granada - Spain.
Roberto
R
Anaya-Alaminos
José I
JI
Muñoz-Ávila
María C
MC
González-Gallardo
Eduardo R
ER
Mora-Horna
José L
JL
García-Serrano
María V
MV
Ramírez-Garrido
D000328:Adult; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology; D005260:Female; D006204:Hair Removal; D006801:Humans; D053844:Lasers, Solid-State / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012160:Retina / Q000293:injuries*; D012607:Scotoma / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology; D041623:Tomography, Optical Coherence; D014792:Visual Acuity / Q000502:physiology