New clinical outcomes utilizing a 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for lipolysis of the torso oblique region

Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy : Official Publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology
Neil S SadickBruce R Smoller

Abstract

The safety and efficacy of a 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser (Cynosure, Westford, USA) utilizing a 300-microm optical fiber and a 1-mm diameter micro-cannula were evaluated as a treatment for reduction in the appearance or elimination of unwanted fat in the lower back/flanks ('love handles'). In addition, the use of the laser for tightening the skin and collagen regeneration in the area of lipolysis was assessed through biopsies. Ten subjects with unwanted flaccidity and fat deposits in the oblique region of the torso were enrolled in the study. Subjects underwent a single laser lipolysis treatment followed by aspiration of the treatment area. The total tumescence used, laser energy delivered, and tissue removed was recorded for each subject. All subjects had baseline photographs taken and their weight recorded prior to treatment. Pregnancy tests (if applicable) were performed prior to treatment as well. Three subjects had 4-mm biopsies taken at baseline and 6 months to evaluate collagen regeneration. Collagen and elastic tissue fibers were evaluated using special routine stains and histochemical stains designed to highlight these dermal components. Follow-up visits were conducted at 1 week, 1 month, 3 months and 6 months following treatm...Continue Reading

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