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Removal of traumatic and decorative tattoos by dermabrasion
1University Departement of Dermatology and Venerology, Rijeka University Hospital Center, S. Krautzeka 92b, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia.
Abstract:
Dermabrasion generally produces excellent results in the removal of congenital or acquired nonesthetic skin changes. Results obtained by use of dermabrasion in the removal of foreign bodies penetrating the skin by accident (undesired tattoo) and variously motivated voluntary tattoos (decorative skin ornaments) are presented. Unless surgically removed, such tattoos remain in the skin for life. Superficial traumatic tattoos can be removed immediately after the accident, whereas decorative tattoos can be successfully removed by repeat surface dermabrasion. In case of granuloma formation in traumatic tattoos, dermabrasion will not produce satisfactory results.
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