Nevus of Ota and Nevus of Ito


Use of the 1064-nm neodymium:yttrium-aluminumgarnet (Nd:YAG) laser has resulted in the most success in treating these lesions, and it can be used in patients of almost any skin type. Q-switching of the laser is a method that has been shown to increase its efficacy. Q-switched ruby, alexandrite, and 1064-nm Nd:YAG lasers have all been used successfully.


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Aug 11, 2016 | Posted by in Dermatology | Comments Off on Nevus of Ota and Nevus of Ito

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