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Luis Anthony Jayanata1, Khadijat Ibrahim2, Michelle Rodrigues3,4
1Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Complications from intense pulsed light treatments are often attributed to the use of broad wavelength light and insufficient operator skill. This case series reviews four patients who experienced intense pulsed light (IPL) treat-induced complications at cosmetic clinics across Melbourne, Australia. The findings aim to educate both clinicians and consumers about the common complications seen with IPL treatment, the potential severity of these complications and to offer recommendations to enhance the safety of IPL treatments for individuals with skin of colour.
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