TY  - JOUR
PY  - 1998//
TI  - Laser ignition of traumatically embedded firework debris
JO  - Lasers in surgery and medicine
A1  - Taylor, C. R.
SP  - 157
EP  - 158
VL  - 22
IS  - 3
N2  - BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: The Q-switched ruby laser (QSRL) has a good track record for traumatic tattoo removal. An unusual case of QSRL-treatment of a traumatic tattoo composed of firework debris is presented. STUDY DESIGN/PATIENT AND METHOD: A young man's traumatic tattoo, composed of firework debris, underwent QSRL ablation at 4-7 J/cm2 (pulse width 5 mm; duration 20 ns). RESULTS: Each test pulse produced visible sparks and focal projectile ejection of skin with pox-like scar formation. CONCLUSION: Caution is advised when using the QSRL for the treatment of traumatic tattoos composed of potentially combustible debris.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0196-8092
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
ER  -