Dye Laser Treatment for Capillary Malformations (Port-wine Stains) of Infants

Abstract

About 3 decades have passed since the pulsed-dye laser for the treatment of capillary malformation (port-wine stain) has spread. At present, the long-pulsed pulse dye laser has become the first-choice treatment in Japan. Devices with less purpura formation have been available in recent years. Early irradiation for infants tends to be recommended, but redarkening is still a serious problem. The development of the adjunctive drug or therapy which raise the effect of the dye laser is expected