Combined Treatment with Electrocauterization,Carbon Dioxide Laser,and Microneedle Fractional Radiofrequency for Facial Angiofibromas in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex:A Case Report and Literature Review

Tuberous sclerosis complex is a type of genetic multisystem disease that causes hamartomas in various organs.Facial angiofibromas commonly occur in 80%of patients and are prominently distributed over the cheek,chin,and nasolabial folds with severe disfigurement and emotional distress.Recently,photoelectric devices have been identified for the treatment of angiofibromas with great efficacy and fewer side effects.We report a case of a 42-year-old man with facial angiofibromas,who was treated with a combination of high-frequency electrocauterization,Ultrapulse CO_(2) laser,and microneedle fractional radiofrequency with 7 sessions and a 6-month follow-up.The patient showed great improvement in relation to the elevated lesions and nodules.A low recurrence rate was observed.This is the first study to investigate the efficacy of high-frequency electrocauterization and microneedle fractional radiofrequency in angiofibromas.It may provide an optimal approach for clinicians wherein a combined treatment of various lasers and electric devices is effective for complicated,protuberant,and firm angiofibromas of specific patients.

Classification of and the latest photoelectric therapy for epidermal nevi

An epidermal nevus(EN)is a common disease of various types,including verrucous EN,nevus sebaceous,inflammatory linear verrucous EN,Becker nevus,smooth muscle hamartoma,and nevus comedonicus.EN syndrome is a serious and difficult-to-treat syndrome that is complicated by two or more abnormal organs or systems.To date,the mechanism of an EN is still unclear,and the therapies remain unsatisfactory.The most frequently used treatments are surgery and laser therapy.Several drugs have also been tested.An EN requires more attention,and further research is needed to provide appropriate and effective treatments for each patient.

Advances in the research and application of high-intensity focused electromagnetic technology for fat apoptosis and body shaping

With improvements in living standards and advancements in medical technology,the demand for fat reduction and body shaping is increasing.Non-invasive fat reduction and body shaping therapy has gradually become a research hotspot in plastic surgery.High-intensity electromagnetic technology,a non-invasive treatment that can reduce subcutaneous fat and strengthen muscle,has been increasingly applied in clinics in recent years.This article reviews the fat reduction and body shaping mechanism and clinical effects of this equipment and provides a reference for its clinical application.

Advances in the treatment of traumatic scars with laser,intense pulsed light,radiofrequency,and ultrasound

Traumatic scarring is one of the most common complications after soft tissue injury caused by burns and trauma,which affects tens of millions of people worldwide every year.Traumatic scars diminish the quality of life due to disfigurement,symptoms of pain and itch,and restricted motion.The pathogenesis and pathophysiology of traumatic scar remain elusive.The management for traumatic scars is comprised of surgical and non-surgical interventions such as pressure therapy,silicone,corticosteroid,and radiotherapy,which are chosen by clinicians based on the physical examinations of scars.Recently,great progress in treating traumatic scars has been achieved by the development of novel technologies including laser,intense pulsed light(IPL),radiofrequency,and ultrasound.The aim of this review article was to summarize the advances of these technologies for traumatic scars intervention.