Laugier-Hunziker syndrome: complete clearance of mucosal lentigines with a single session of Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser.

Abstract

Background: Laugier-Hunziker (LH) syndrome is a rare condition in which melanocyte overactivity produces lentiginous lesions of the lips and buccal mucosa. Objective: Given the paucity of reports on therapeutic options in LH syndrome, this case is herein reported to show the response to treatment with the Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser in a 32-year-old man with LH Syndrome. Methods: The Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser was used to treat the lentiginous lesions on the mucosal surface of the lower lips using a single pass at 532 nm. Results: There was complete clearance of the mucosal lentiginous lesions with a single laser session, and recurrence was not observed after 12 months. Conclusion: The Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser is an effective treatment option for cosmetic benefit in LH Syndrome.

• Authors: Vivek Nair
• Journal: Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy : official publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology (J Cosmet Laser Ther) Vol. 21 Issue 6 Pg. 343-345 ( 2019) ISSN: 1476-4180 [Electronic] England
• PMID: 31476932 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adult
• Humans
• Lasers, Solid-State (therapeutic use)
• Lentigo (therapy)
• Low-Level Light Therapy (methods)
• Male
• Mouth Mucosa (pathology)