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Light and energy-based therapeutics for genitourinary applications: Consensus on protocols and best practices
Macrene R Alexiades1,2,3, Cheryl Iglesias4,5, Eric Sokol6
1Dermatology & Laser Surgery Center of New York, New York, New York, USA.
Lasers in Surgery and Medicine
|May 2, 2023
Summary
This consensus review categorizes energy-based devices for genitourinary applications, establishing protocols for fractional lasers, radiofrequency, and electromagnetic field therapy in clinical trials.
Area of Science:
- Genitourinary medicine
- Medical technology
- Laser and energy-based therapies
Background:
- Energy-based technologies have evolved for genitourinary applications over decades.
- Existing literature and clinical data form the basis for current understanding.
Purpose of the Study:
- To categorize existing research and clinical trial data on genitourinary energy-based technologies.
- To establish standardized protocols and parameters for future clinical trials in this field.
Main Methods:
- Systematic categorization of published articles and clinical trial data.
- Consensus development on protocols and parameters based on reviewed evidence.
Main Results:
- Devices classified into fractional lasers, radiofrequency, and high-intensity focused electromagnetic field therapy.
- Consensus protocols and parameters established for vaginal and urologic conditions linked to genitourinary syndrome of menopause.
Conclusions:
- This article provides a categorized overview of protocols and practices for major energy-based devices in genitourinary applications.
- Standardized guidelines are presented to inform future clinical trials and therapeutic applications.
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