The combination of photodynamic therapy and ultrapulse carbon dioxide laser for facial angiofibromas in tuberous sclerosis complex: A case report.

Abstract

Facial angiofibromas are one of the dermatological hallmarks of tuberous sclerosis complex. Facial angiofibromas often lead to disfigurement and cosmetic concerns, which has a serious negative effect on the quality of life of the patients. There are no guidelines or consensus on the management of facial angiofibromas up to now. We report a patient with extensive facial angiofibromas treated with the combination of photodynamic therapy and ultrapulse carbon dioxide laser, achieving satisfying results. We suggest this might be a promising therapeutic option for facial angiofibromas in tuberous sclerosis complex.

• Authors: Bin Wang, Yue Yao, Xin Huang, Liyun Zhang, Dandan Peng, Guoqiang Zhang
• Journal: Photodiagnosis and photodynamic therapy (Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther) Vol. 37 Pg. 102725 (Mar 2022) ISSN: 1873-1597 [Electronic] Netherlands
• PMID: 35041984 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
• Copyright: Copyright © 2022 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Topics

• Angiofibroma (complications, drug therapy, surgery)
• Facial Neoplasms (complications, drug therapy)
• Humans
• Laser Therapy (methods)
• Lasers, Gas (therapeutic use)
• Photochemotherapy (methods)
• Quality of Life
• Tuberous Sclerosis (complications, therapy)