PMID: 8608372Feb 1, 1996Paper

Pulsed dye laser treatment of port-wine stains. A patient questionnaire

Dermatologic Surgery : Official Publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et Al.]
E Tan, C Vinciullo

Abstract

The flashlamp-pumped pulsed dye laser is recognized as the treatment of choice for port-wine stains. Most studies assessing its effectiveness are based on clinical reviews by the treating physician. Each patient's assessment of treatment outcome is also important. To assess the patients' attitudes toward laser treatment, satisfaction with treatment outcome, and reasons for withdrawal from treatment. A questionnaire was distributed to 186 patients with port-wine stains treated with the flashlamp-pumped pulsed dye laser. Of the 186 patients, 131 had completed treatment and 55 were having ongoing treatment or had withdrawn from treatment. Replies were received from 164 patients, a response rate of 88%. Most patients expressed satisfaction with the present appearance of their treated port-wine stains. The majority of any adverse effects experienced were transient. Over 90% of patients would recommend treatment to other people with port-wine stains. The flashlamp-pumped pulsed dye laser improves the appearance of port-wine stains, and is regarded favorably by patients. Patients' assessments of treatment outcomes correlate well with clinical results obtained.

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