High-frequency (20 MHz) high-intensity focused ultrasound: New ablative method for color-independent tattoo removal in 1-3 sessions. An open-label exploratory study.
Jørgen SerupTorsten BoveTomasz ZawadaAlexander JessenMattia PoliPublished in: Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI) (2020)
High-intensity focused ultrasound was effective in removal of difficult tattoos of any color where Nd:YAG lasers had failed. The method only needs 1-3 sessions. As an ablative method, the wound healing period is longer than with laser removal and needs attention. Focused ultrasound can be used as a first-line treatment of smaller tattoos independent of color, and second line when Nd:YAG lasers have failed or caused problems. The operator shall be qualified, as with lasers.