532-nm potassium titanyl-phosphate laser versus 595-nm pulsed dye laser for port-wine birthmarks: A prospective, randomized, split-side study.

Lynhda NguyenNikolaus SeeberGerd KautzAnna HartjenStefan W SchneiderKatharina Herberger

Published in: Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV (2023)

Our data indicate that the KTP laser of the latest generation with large-spot sizes, subpulse technology and cryogen cooling has a comparable efficacy to the PDL in treating PWB. In addition, KTP laser is associated with greater tolerability, fewer technical failures and lower repair costs. Further prospective studies are required to determine the true effectiveness of the KTP laser in PWB treatment. This study was preregistered in Clinicaltrials.gov (NCT05771298).

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