A case of herpes simplex virus reactivation after fractional ablative carbon dioxide laser to treat a burn scar

Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy : Official Publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology
Anissa ZaouakSamy Fenniche

Abstract

Fractional photothermolysis was initially introduced by Manstein in 2004 .Fractional CO2 laser technology introduced has allowed physicians to obtain good cosmetic results with a lower rate of complications than non-fractionated ablative laser treatment. However, adverse effects may still occur.Reported cases of HSV infection after fractional photothermolysis are rare. A 48-year-old woman with Fitzpatrick skin type III presented with a scar in her perioral area desiring esthetic improvement of her burn scar. She didn't have a history of recurrent herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection periorally. A fractionated resurfacing laser Quadralase (Candela) was used to treat her perioral burn scar. Two sessions were performed with a month interval. Five days after the second session of laser therapy even after she took antiviral prophylaxis based on valacyclovir 500mg twice daily 24 hours before the laser session and 3 days after, she presented with a rash on the perioral area preceded by pain. Correlation of the history and the clinical presentation was consistent with HSV reactivation. Treatment was initiated with acyclovir 10mg/kg/8h administered intravenously for 10 days with a clearing of her vesicular eruption. Fractional CO2 laser...Continue Reading

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