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Beyond the Booth: Excimer Laser for Cutaneous Conditions
Karen Ly1, Mary P Smith1, Quinn G Thibodeaux1
1Department of Dermatology, University of California San Francisco, 515 Spruce Street, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA.
Dermatologic Clinics
|November 23, 2019
Summary
The excimer laser offers an effective dermatologic treatment alternative. It requires fewer sessions and less exposure than narrowband ultraviolet B (NBUVB) phototherapy for limited skin conditions.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Phototherapy
- Laser Medicine
Background:
- The excimer laser is a novel therapeutic option for various skin conditions.
- Narrowband ultraviolet B (NBUVB) phototherapy is a standard treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the mechanism, safety, application, and efficacy of excimer laser treatment.
- To compare excimer laser therapy with NBUVB phototherapy for dermatologic diseases.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on excimer laser and NBUVB phototherapy.
- Analysis of treatment parameters including session frequency, duration, and cumulative dose.
- Evaluation of safety profiles and efficacy data for both treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- Excimer laser treatment requires fewer sessions and has a shorter duration compared to NBUVB.
- The cumulative UVB dose and exposure are lower with excimer laser therapy.
- Excimer laser limits UVB exposure specifically to lesional skin, potentially reducing side effects.
Conclusions:
- The excimer laser is an efficacious alternative to NBUVB phototherapy for limited dermatologic conditions.
- Its advantages include reduced treatment burden and targeted UVB exposure.
- Further research should explore long-term outcomes and broader applications.
