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Pol J Cosmetol 2022, 25(2): 128-131pl  Efficacy of laser treatment of vascular lesionsAnna Kasielska-Trojan 1/, Klaudia Soboń 2/, Agata Szulia 1/, Bogusław Antoszewski 1/ 1/ Klinika Chirurgii Plastycznej, Rekonstrukcyjnej I Estetycznej II Katedry Chirurgii Uniwersytetu Medycznego w Łodzi 2/ Magistrantka Kliniki Chirurgii Plastycznej, Rekonstrukcyjnej I Estetycznej II Katedry Chirurgii Uniwersytetu Medycznego w Łodzi Summary Introduction. Cutaneous vascular lesions are one of the most common dermatological problems in clinical practice. They can be congenital or acquired, and affect any part of the body. Vascular lesions are often perceived as aesthetic defects by persons suffering from them. In addition, depending on their character and location, they may cause functional impairment or constitute manifestations of systemic disorders. Vascular lesion treatment methods range from conservative therapy to surgical intervention. In many cases laser therapy is a method of choice, allowing for effective occlusion of vascular lesions. Aim. Analysis of patient assessment of the effects of laser treatment of cutaneous vascular lesions. Material and methods. We gathered data from patients undergoing laser therapy of cutaneous vascular lesions. We administered a questionnaire to 50 people, 34 women and 16 men. The survey included a set of questions about reasons for choosing laser therapy, location of lesions, effects and side effects of the treatment. Results. The majority of patients complained of more than one vascular problem. Spider veins and erythema were the most common defects. The majority of patients were satisfied with treatment results. The skin of the nose and cheeks was the most common location of treatment. Almost all patients declared acute side effects following treatment, especially skin redness, however the vast majority confirmed they were mild and subsided within 2 days post-therapy. Nearly all patients would recommend laser therapy of cutaneous vascular lesions to a friend. Conclusions. The results of patient self-assessment of the effects of laser treatment of cutaneous vascular lesions demonstrate high levels of satisfaction among persons undergoing the procedure. The majority of cutaneous lesions treated with laser are teleangiectasias and erythema, followed by rosacea and angiomas. Side effects are common, but patients usually do not perceive them as cumbersome or long-lasting consequences of laser therapy. Key words: laser therapy, lasers, vascular lesions, telangiectasias, skin care |